Imagine biting into a soft, pillowy donut hole that captures the entire essence of fall in one adorable bite! These Sweet Pumpkin Donut Hole Acorn Treats are not just a dessert - they're a magical autumn experience that will make your taste buds dance and your Instagram followers swoon. Perfect for cozy weekend baking, Halloween parties, or simply satisfying your pumpkin spice craving, these bite-sized delights are about to become your new seasonal obsession.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 acorn treats
Ingredients
- 1 box pumpkin spice cake mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- Chocolate kisses (for tops)
- Mini chocolate chips (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin spice cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix thoroughly using an electric mixer until the batter is smooth and well-blended.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the donut holes are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the donut holes cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk to create a smooth glaze.
- Once the donut holes are completely cool, dip the top half of each donut hole into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off.
- Immediately place an unwrapped chocolate kiss on top of each glazed donut hole, pressing gently to secure.
- Sprinkle mini chocolate chips around the base of the chocolate kiss to create an acorn-like appearance.
- Allow the glaze to set for 10-15 minutes before serving. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the smoothest batter possible.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform donut holes that bake evenly.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough donut holes.
- Let the donut holes cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from running.
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the glaze.
- If the glaze becomes too thick, add a tiny bit more milk; if too thin, add more powdered sugar.
- Work quickly when adding chocolate kisses and chips to ensure they stick while the glaze is still wet.
- Store in a single layer to prevent the donut holes from sticking together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg
