Marshmallow Acorns: A Fun and Nutty Thanksgiving Treat for Kids

Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, gratitude, and, of course, delicious treats! This year, why not add a playful twist to your holiday table with a recipe that’s as cute as it is tasty? Introducing Marshmallow Acorns—a simple, fun, and utterly adorable treat that kids can make all by themselves (with a little help from grown-ups, of course).

A Nutty Little Story to Share

While making Marshmallow Acorns, you can tell your kids the story of the Magical Forest Acorns. Legend has it that in a mystical forest, tiny creatures called “Thankies” used acorns to spread joy and thankfulness throughout the land. Every year, just before Thanksgiving, they would gather these special acorns to share with their forest friends, reminding everyone of the importance of gratitude and kindness. Now, your little ones can be Thankies too, spreading joy with their sweet acorn treats!

So, gather your little chefs, break out the marshmallows, and have a blast making these Marshmallow Acorns. Not only will they make your Thanksgiving a little sweeter, but they’ll also create fun, lasting memories for your family. Happy Thanksgiving!

What You’ll Need:

• Mini Marshmallows: These will be the base of your acorns.
• Chocolate Kisses: For the acorn caps—because what’s an acorn without a cute little top?
• Butterscotch Chips: These will act as the “stem” of your acorn.
• Chocolate Frosting or Melted Chocolate: This will glue everything together.
• Sprinkles (optional): A little extra sparkle never hurt anyone!

How to Make Marshmallow Acorns:

Prepare Your Workspace:

• Lay out all your ingredients on a clean surface. You’ll want to have everything within reach because once you start, you won’t want to stop!

Assemble the Acorns:

• Start by taking a mini marshmallow and a chocolate kiss.
• Dab a little bit of chocolate frosting or melted chocolate on the flat side of the kiss.
• Press the kiss onto the marshmallow. Hold it there for a few seconds to make sure it sticks—this is your acorn cap!

Add the Stem:

• Take a butterscotch chip and dip the flat side into the chocolate frosting or melted chocolate.
• Stick the butterscotch chip to the top of the kiss, so it looks like a little acorn stem.

Optional Sparkle:

• If you’re feeling fancy, you can roll the top of the acorn (the chocolate kiss part) in sprinkles before adding the stem. This will give your acorns a little extra shimmer—perfect for a festive Thanksgiving table.

Let Them Set:

• Place your completed Marshmallow Acorns on a plate and let them set for a few minutes. This will ensure everything stays in place when you serve them.

Time to Munch!

• Your Marshmallow Acorns are now ready to enjoy. Serve them up on a pretty plate or as a fun edible centerpiece. These treats are so cute, they might just be the star of the dessert table!

Why Kids Will Love Making Them:

• Tiny and Tasty: Marshmallow Acorns are the perfect size for little hands. Plus, they get to snack on some ingredients as they go—what’s better than that?
• Creative Fun: Kids can get creative with their acorns, adding sprinkles, playing with colors, or even trying different “caps” like peanut butter cups or white chocolate kisses.
• Holiday Magic: Making these treats is a wonderful way to get kids involved in Thanksgiving preparations. They’ll feel so proud seeing their creations on the table!