Make the most of the season by baking Pumpkin Cake, making Apple Crumble, and trying these “famous” Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars.
Acorn Donut Holes
These donut holes are a fun fall treat that double as cute table decor! They’re super easy to make and a great way to get the kids involved in the kitchen.
Acorn Donut Holes are the perfect mix of textures! You’ve got the soft donut, creamy chocolate, and a little salty crunch from the pretzel and toppings. They’re not just adorable, they’re so delicious!
Ingredients
- Glazed donut holes: Pre-made ones save time and work perfectly. Use plain glazed donut holes—skip the powdered sugar or sprinkles!
- Coconut oil: Helps the chocolate melt smoothly and adhere nicely.
- Chocolate: Choose your favorite; milk, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate all work.
- Pretzel sticks: Break in half for the perfect stem size.
- Toppings: Use sprinkles, crushed nuts, toffee bits, or mini chocolate chips for added crunch and flavor.
Toppings For Acorn Donut Holes
After adding the melted chocolate or warmed Nutella, there are several ways you can top the chocolate section of the “acorn.”
- Keep it simple by leaving the top plain.
- Try brown jimmie sprinkles or fall-themed sprinkles.
- Add crushed peanuts or pistachios.
- Sprinkle on mini chocolate chips.
- Use crushed pretzel bits or toffee bits.
How To Make Acorn Donut Holes
- Prep Toppings: Place toppings like sprinkles, nuts, or chips in small bowls. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Melt Chocolate: Mix coconut oil with melted chocolate or microwave Nutella.
- Dip Donut Holes: Dip the top of each donut hole into chocolate, shake off excess, and dip into your chosen toppings.
- Add Pretzel Stems: Insert a pretzel stick into the top of each donut hole.
- Set: Place on the sheet pan and let sit for 10-20 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
Quick Tip
- Use fresh, good-quality donut holes—either homemade or from a local donut shop (search “good donut holes near me” to find one nearby!).
- Go for quality chocolate or real Nutella for dipping.
Storage
Serve right away. Donuts taste best the day they’re made, so enjoy your Acorn Donut Holes as soon as the chocolate has set.
More Fall Treats
- Apple Bread with a crunchy topping
- Pumpkin Coffee Cake with a simple glaze
- Caramel Apple Cheesecake with salted caramel
- Pumpkin Bread reader favorite recipe!
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins bakery-style muffins
Acorn Donut Holes
Equipment
- Sheet pan
Ingredients
- 1 dozen glazed donut holes
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or Nutella, see note 1
- 6 pretzel sticks broken in half
- Serving suggestions see note 2
Instructions
- Pour any prepared toppings (see note 2) into small individual bowls. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside. Halve pretzel sticks by breaking in the middle.
- Add coconut oil and chocolate chips to a small bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until melted and smooth. Or, microwave Nutella for 20–40 seconds, stirring frequently.
- Dip the top third of each donut hole in melted chocolate or Nutella, shake off excess, and dip into prepared toppings. Insert half a pretzel stick into the center of the chocolate-dipped side of the donut hole.
- Place the baking sheet in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to let the chocolate harden, then set out at room temperature and enjoy within a couple of hours.
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Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
