Finally, if you want your acorns to look extra polished, don’t be afraid to clean up the edges. If any melted chocolate squishes out, use a toothpick to gently scrape around the seam. It makes the final look much more professional.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
I made this mistake the first time: pressing the cookie onto the melted chocolate too tightly. If you push down too hard, the Kiss warms, melts, and loses its shape. A light press is all you need. Another early mistake I made was trying to use too much melted peanut butter chip “glue.” More isn’t better—it actually makes everything slide around.
Another issue to avoid is rushing the process. If you try to attach the stems before the base has set even slightly, the Kisses can tilt or fall sideways. Give them at least a minute or two to stabilize before adding the chocolate chip stem.
I also once tried substituting the peanut butter chip glue with melted chocolate chips. It seems logical, but the chocolate chips didn’t melt as smooth and didn’t adhere nearly as well. Stick with peanut butter chips or candy melts—they have the right consistency.
Lastly, avoid handling the finished treats too much with warm hands. The chocolate softens quickly, and fingerprints show easily. Once you assemble them, try to touch only the cookie portion when moving them.
Serving Suggestions
I like serving these adorable Hershey’s Kisses Acorn Treats on a fall-themed platter surrounded by real acorns, faux leaves, or small pumpkins. They instantly become the cutest centerpiece on the table. They’re perfect for Thanksgiving, fall potlucks, harvest festivals, or classroom parties because they travel well and don’t crumble.
They pair wonderfully with warm drinks. I’ve served them with apple cider, hot chocolate, pumpkin spice lattes, and even a simple cup of coffee, and they complement every one of those flavors beautifully. They make such a cozy little treat while you sip something warm.
Another fun idea is using them as edible cupcake toppers. I once made a batch of chocolate cupcakes with cinnamon frosting and placed one of these acorns on each one, and people absolutely raved about them. They look like something from a bakery without requiring any baking at all.(See the next page below to continue…)