If you need a quick and easy fall treat, then you have to try these Chocolate Covered Strawberry Acorns. Easy fall recipes like this one are a hit with kids and adults alike because they don't require any baking and use a few simple ingredients.
These acorn shaped treats use strawberries, pretzels, and melted chocolate. They are perfect for fall parties, as a snack or even dessert.
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- Why You'll Love Chocolate Covered Strawberry Acorns
- Fall Treats
- Ingredients for Easy Chocolate Acorn Strawberries
- Best Kitchen Tools for Making Chocolate Strawberry Acorns
- How to Make Strawberry Acorns With Chocolate
- Tips for Chocolate Covered Strawberry Acorns
- FAQs for Chocolate Strawberry Acorn Treats
- Strawberry Desserts
- 📖 Recipe
Why You'll Love Chocolate Covered Strawberry Acorns
- No baking needed: You just use the stove or microwave to melt the chocolate.
- Fun for kids to help with: Shaking on sprinkles is a great job for little kids.
- Festive without being complicated: These look seasonal and fancy without any decorating skills. That's my type of treat!
- Only 4 main ingredients: You might already have all of them at home!
Fall Treats
Looking for more easy fall treats? Here are some that are great for after-school snacks or weekend baking with the kids:
Ingredients for Easy Chocolate Acorn Strawberries
- Strawberries - Use firm, ripe ones for the acorn.
- Milk chocolate melting wafers - I used Ghirardelli's, which melt super smooth and coat really well.
- Pretzel sticks - These are used as the stem of the acorn.
- Fall-colored sprinkles - give the acorn a festive touch!
Best Kitchen Tools for Making Chocolate Strawberry Acorns
Making these adorable Chocolate Strawberry Acorns doesn't require a lot. You either need a microwave safe bowl for melting chocolate or a double boiler. I also like to use a fork or skewer poked into the strawberries before dipping them into the chocolate.
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How to Make Strawberry Acorns With Chocolate
- Melt the chocolate slowly: I microwaved the chocolate candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. I used the defrost setting so it wouldn't burn.
- Prep the strawberries: Cut the tops off your strawberries and dry them well with a paper towel.
- Dip and set: Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate and place it on parchment paper to firm up.
- Add the tops: Reheat the chocolate so it's smooth again. Then, dip just the top part of each strawberry and immediately sprinkle on the fall sprinkles.
- Attach the pretzel: Break each pretzel stick in half and push it into the top of the chocolate-covered end of the strawberry.
Tips for Chocolate Covered Strawberry Acorns
Tip 1: Dry the strawberries really well or the chocolate won't stick properly.
Tip 2: Use the microwave's defrost mode to melt chocolate evenly without burning it.
Tip 3: If your pretzels crack, try trimming one end with a knife before pushing it in.
FAQs for Chocolate Strawberry Acorn Treats
Store in the fridge in a single layer. They're best eaten within 24 hours because strawberries can start to release moisture.
Yes! White chocolate and dark chocolate are a good substitute for milk chocolate.
Any fall-themed sprinkles work. I used a mix of orange, yellow, and brown ones for a classic autumn look.
Strawberry Desserts
If you love strawberries, you'll want to check out a few more easy ideas. These Chocolate Covered Strawberry Skewers are customizable and great for parties or lunchbox treats. For something cool and refreshing, try these Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles.
If you're in the mood for something warm and cozy, this Strawberry Hot Chocolate Pudding is rich, easy to make, and perfect for cooler nights. And if you need a dessert that feels fancy, this Strawberry Pudding Trifle is layered with flavor and makes a great holiday or potluck option.
These Chocolate Covered Strawberry Acorns are quick, easy, and perfect for fall. I love how yummy they were and how little cleanup was involved!
📖 Recipe
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Acorns
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Ingredients
- 10 oz Ghirardelli's milk chocolate melting wafers
- 3 tablespoons fall sprinkles
- 7 pretzel sticks
- 7 strawberries
Instructions
- Melt chocolate for two minutes on defrost mode. Stir. Melt for another minute on defrost mode and stir till melted.
- Wash and remove tops of strawberries. Dry strawberries with kitchen towel. Dip in chocolate. Place on parchment paper. Let dry.
- Reheat chocolate for one minute on defrost mode. Dip tops of strawberries into the chocolate then drizzle fall sprinkles on top.
- Carefully add pretzel to the top by breaking on in half and slowly screwing with pressure into the top of the strawberry/chocolate.
- Strawberries are ready to serve.
Notes
- Make sure your strawberries are completely dry before dipping. If there's any moisture, the chocolate won't stick well and might slide right off.
- Use the defrost setting on your microwave when melting chocolate. It melts more gently and helps prevent burning or seizing.
- If your pretzel stick cracks when you try to push it in, trim the end flat with a knife first. It'll go in a lot easier with less pressure.
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