Fall is here! There’s a crisp breeze in the evenings now. That maple tree in front of our house is changing from green to red to gold. Li’l bushy-tailed squirrels are dashing between trees, collecting acorns for the winter.
The ancient Greeks and Japanese ate acorns when other food staples were scarce.
Native North Americans, especially in California where oak trees thrive, have long known how to remove the bitter tannins when making acorn meal.
Curiosity is k i l l i n g me. After seeing Hank Shaw’s Acorn Maple Shortbread Cookies, I really want to know what acorn flour tastes like.I’d be outside, looking under oak trees right now, but our squirrels don’t need the competition (and I’m lazy).
So, I decided to make my own.With chocolate. Naturally.
The weather’s just tolerable enough for one last movie night in our backyard with the neighbourhood kids. Shawn’s in charge of the technical set-up. Daisy and I plan the baking, something fitting to welcome Autumn. Last year’s cute owl cupcakes would be tough to beat.
But, we had a plan. My favourite chocolate cake recipe (below) would be a great foundation.
Chocolate acorns would give the cupcakes a fresh look.They’re easy and really fun to make. Grab the kids and gather around the table.
Chocolate acorns would give the cupcakes a fresh look.They’re easy and really fun to make. Grab the kids and gather around the table.
The hardest part is unwrapping the Kisses, but if you reward yourself by eating the ugly ones, you’ll have a bunch ready in no-time. Get the kids to help. This is so much fun.

These Chocolate “Acorn” Cupcakes are perfect for any get-together and sure to be the star at the local bake sale.
Donate any amount, even $5, at http://www2.mda.org/goto/cocointhekitchen
and you’re in for the drawing! The winner will be picked randomly on October 30th.
and you’re in for the drawing! The winner will be picked randomly on October 30th.
It’s just that easy and for a very good cause. Then, go celebrate with a cupcake. You deserve it.
Festive fall cupcakes? That is so awesome! They look divine 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Aren't these just the cutest things – and delicious! what a lovely fall treat:)
Mary x
Those ARE the cutest darned things ever! I just want a bowl of acorns now… It would make me want to watch Ice Age so that I can see the short movie of Scrat looking for acorns!
Those cupcakes are too precious looking. An absolutely unique idea to top the cupcakes. Perfect little treats for parties.
Thanks, Uru. I know you guys are going into summer there. Hope you've got big plans to enjoy the sun ! xox
Thanks, Mary. Glad you like them. xo
Scrat! The original squirrel
Yes, Asha. They did well with the kids indeed!
Dear Colette, now these chocolate acorns are certainly very cute! They look easy enough to assemble and they will make the kids mighty happy! I simply love your fall themed cupcakes! You are so very creative!
Hope all is well – many hugs for Daisy!
Andrea
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Oh Colette, these chocolate acorns look so adorable. Wonderful cupcakes for fall!
Wow – LOVE the idea of the acorns! Love your time cosuming tip too “reward yourself by eating the ugly ones, you'll have a bunch ready in no-time”!
These cupcakes sound delish and are GORGEOUS!
Thanks, love. Hope you make some w your sweeties. xoxo
Que excelente sugestão, adorei!
Kiss, Susana
Hi, Betsy. Welcome.Hope you enjoy my recipes!
Thanks, Ambreen! xo
Great to meet you, Shashi. So glad you enjoyed reading the post as much I enjoyed writing it! Hope you make a batch of these cupcakes soon.
Welcome, Susana! Nice to meet you.
Oh my gosh! These look so adorable! Must make for work. 🙂
Your coworkers are very lucky, Anita!
Those cupcakes are adorable!
Love the adorations!
The acorns look so cute, Love the cupcakes
Hi Coco,
You are so clever making this yummy acorns! The cupcakes look wonderful too!
Zoe
Adorable!
Thanks!
Welcome, Simi. Thanks for stopping by. Glad you like these li'l cuties.
Hi, Zoe love. Hope you make a batch w your kiddos!
Hi there. Welcome!
Hello
I love cooking and this suggestion is delicious, a real treat.
Smacks
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Hi there… Love your header photo with the spices.
These cupcakes are super cute! And perfect for this time of year!
These are darling! I have a daughter who's nickname is Squirrel…I think she would particularly love these.
Thanks, Jennifer. Glad you stopped by so I could find your blog, too.
Awww, how cute! Hope you make these acorns with her.