Red, White and Blue Ice Cream Cones Recipe
Celebrate patriotic flair with these vibrant Red, White, and Blue Ice Cream Cones. Coated in colorful candy melts and sprinkled with fun toppings, these festive cones make a delightful and visually appealing treat perfect for summer parties, Fourth of July celebrations, or any occasion that calls for a sweet, show-stopping dessert.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Coating
- 1 cup red candy melts
- 1 cup white candy melts
- 1 cup blue candy melts
- 2 to 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
Additional
- 8 ice cream cones
- Assorted sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare Glasses: Set aside 8 drinking glasses to upright the dipped cones as they dry and harden.
- Mix Candy Melts: Place each color of candy melts in separate microwave-safe bowls. Add 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil to each bowl to facilitate smooth melting.
- Microwave Candy Melts: Microwave each bowl individually for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue microwaving in 15 to 30 second intervals until the mixtures are smooth and fully melted.
- Dip and Decorate: Working quickly, dip each ice cream cone into the candy melts. Immediately sprinkle with assorted sprinkles before the candy coating hardens.
- Dry and Harden: Stand the decorated cones upright in the prepared glasses with the pointed side down. Let them set at room temperature or refrigerate until the candy melts are fully hardened.
Notes
- If candy melts are too thick after melting, thin by adding additional vegetable oil 1 teaspoon at a time to reach a suitable dipping consistency.
- To ensure vibrant color coverage, work swiftly when dipping and decorating before the candy melts start to harden.
- These cones can be stored in the refrigerator if not served immediately to maintain the candy coating’s firmness.