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Ice Cream Cone Cupcake

Ice Cream Cone Cupcake
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A whimsical dessert that combines the charm of ice cream cones with the sweetness of cupcakes. Perfect for parties, picnics, or anytime you want to bring a smile to someone’s face! These cupcakes are baked inside flat-bottomed cones and topped with frosting swirls that look just like soft-serve ice cream.

Ingredients

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Cupcakes:

  • 1 box cake mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as directed on the box)
  • 24 flat-bottomed ice cream cones

Frosting & Toppings:

  • 2 cups frosting (store-bought or homemade buttercream)
  • Rainbow sprinkles (optional)
  • 24 maraschino cherries (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2: Prepare Cake Batter

Mix the cake batter in a large bowl according to package instructions until smooth.

Step 3: Set Up Cones

Place the ice cream cones upright in a muffin tin to keep them stable while baking.

Step 4: Fill & Bake

Fill each cone about two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the tops are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 5: Cool Completely

Remove the cones from the oven and let them cool completely before decorating.

Step 6: Frost & Decorate

Pipe frosting onto each cupcake using a piping bag with a star tip, creating swirls that resemble soft-serve ice cream. Add sprinkles and cherries for a fun finishing touch.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

Serve these cupcakes as a playful dessert centerpiece at parties or alongside other summer treats like fruit salad or lemonade.

Tips & Tricks:

  • Stabilize cones in the muffin tin using small strips of aluminum foil if they feel wobbly.
  • Avoid overfilling the cones to prevent batter overflow during baking.

Storage & Reheating:

  • Store unfrosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or in the fridge for up to four days. Frosted cupcakes should be refrigerated if not served immediately.
  • To freeze, wrap unfrosted cupcakes tightly in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. Let thaw at room temperature before frosting and serving.

Find it online: https://icecreamin.com/ice-cream-cone-cupcake/