Cupcone Delight

Ingredients

• 12 ice cream cones 12 ice cream cones
• 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup (120ml) whole milk ½ cup (120ml) whole milk
• ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
• 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese, softened 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Sprinkles, for garnish (optional) Sprinkles, for garnish (optional)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 16g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 24g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 2.
   Place the ice cream cones in a muffin tin or on a baking sheet.
3. 3.
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. 4.
   In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
5. 5.
   Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
6. 6.
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
7. 7.
   Fill each ice cream cone with the cupcake batter, filling them about 2/3 full.
8. 8.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and let the cupcones cool completely.
10. 10.
    In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
11. 11.
    In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
12. 12.
    Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
13. 13.
    Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
14. 14.
    Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcones, creating a swirl on top.
15. 15.
    Garnish with sprinkles, if desired.
16. 16.
    Serve and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Cream Cheese — Make sure the cream cheese is softened at room temperature before using to ensure a smooth and creamy frosting.
• Heavy Cream — Chill the heavy cream in the refrigerator before whipping to achieve the best results.
• Ice Cream Cones — Use sturdy ice cream cones that can withstand baking without becoming too soft or soggy.
• Sprinkles — Feel free to use your favorite sprinkles or decorations to add a touch of fun and color to the cupcones.
• Vanilla Extract — For the best flavor, use pure vanilla extract rather than artificial vanilla flavoring.

Tips & Tricks

• To prevent the ice cream cones from tipping over while baking, place them in a muffin tin or use a baking sheet with divots.
• Allow the cupcones to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
• Experiment with different flavors of frosting, such as chocolate or strawberry, to customize your cupcones.
• Add a surprise filling to the center of the cupcones, such as a dollop of fruit preserves or a small piece of chocolate.
• Serve the cupcones on a decorative platter or stand to enhance their presentation.

Serving advice

Serve Cupcone Delight as a fun and whimsical dessert at parties, birthdays, or any special occasion. They can be enjoyed as a handheld treat or placed in cupcake liners for easy serving.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Cupcone Delights on a tiered dessert stand or a colorful platter to showcase their vibrant colors and enticing swirls of frosting. Add a sprinkle of edible glitter or confetti for an extra touch of magic.