Pin A playful, shareable dessert board featuring a vibrant assortment of mini ice cream cones, toppings, and treats—perfect for parties and summer gatherings.
This board was a hit at our last summer party, bringing smiles and great conversations.
Ingredients
- Ice Cream: 1 pint vanilla ice cream, 1 pint chocolate ice cream, 1 pint strawberry ice cream, 1 pint mint chocolate chip ice cream
- Cones: 20 mini waffle cones, 10 mini sugar cones
- Toppings: 1 cup rainbow sprinkles, 1 cup mini chocolate chips, 1 cup crushed Oreos, 1 cup chopped nuts (peanuts, almonds, or walnuts), 1 cup mini marshmallows, 1 cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), ½ cup shredded coconut, ½ cup caramel sauce, ½ cup chocolate sauce
- Extras: 8–10 chocolate-dipped pretzel rods, 8–10 wafer cookies, 8–10 pieces of fudge or brownie bites
Instructions
- Freeze cones:
- Freeze mini cones for 10 minutes to help prevent melting when filled.
- Fill cones:
- Scoop small balls of ice cream and fill each cone just before assembling the board Place filled cones on a parchment-lined tray in the freezer until ready to serve.
- Arrange cones:
- Arrange the filled cones on a large serving board or platter.
- Prepare toppings:
- Fill small bowls or ramekins with assorted toppings and sauces.
- Assemble board:
- Artfully arrange the bowls, berries, pretzel rods, wafer cookies, and fudge around the cones.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with spoons and napkins for easy scooping and sharing.
Pin This dessert board always brings the family together, making summer evenings extra special.
Required Tools
Ice cream scoop, large serving board or platter, small bowls or ramekins, freezer-safe tray, spoons and napkins
Allergen Information
Contains dairy, gluten, peanuts, and tree nuts Some toppings and cones may contain soy and eggs Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens
Nutritional Information
Per serving, estimated with 2 cones and assorted toppings: Calories 340, Total Fat 14 g, Carbohydrates 47 g, Protein 5 g
Pin Enjoy this colorful, fun dessert perfect for sharing and creating memories in every bite.
Recipe FAQ
- → How should I prepare the cones before filling?
Freeze mini cones for about 10 minutes before filling to help prevent melting and maintain shape during assembly.
- → What toppings work best with the cones?
A mix of rainbow sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, crushed cookies, chopped nuts, marshmallows, fresh berries, shredded coconut, caramel, and chocolate sauces provide variety and texture.
- → Can I customize the ice cream flavors?
Absolutely. Various flavors like vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, and mint chocolate chip are suggested, but feel free to swap in dairy-free or vegan alternatives.
- → How to arrange the board for serving?
Place filled cones on a large serving board, surround with small bowls of toppings and sauces, and add extras like pretzel rods, wafer cookies, and fudge for an inviting presentation.
- → What tools are recommended for assembly?
Use an ice cream scoop for uniform portions, a large serving board, small bowls for toppings, a freezer-safe tray to chill cones, and spoons with napkins for serving ease.