
Craving cookie dough and ice cream? Why not combine them! These Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cones are a no-bake dream: rich, safe-to-eat cookie dough scooped into waffle cones and topped like ice cream—with all the fun, none of the melting. 🍪🍦
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This is the perfect treat for summer parties, birthday dessert bars, or cozy Netflix nights when you’re craving something sweet, chewy, and cone-worthy.
🍪 Ingredients
For the Edible Cookie Dough:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1¼ cups heat-treated all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup mini chocolate chips
For the Cones & Toppings:
- 6–8 waffle cones
- Mini M&Ms, crushed Oreos, rainbow sprinkles, whipped cream, or melted chocolate
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👩🍳 Instructions
1. Heat-Treat the Flour
- Microwave flour in a bowl for 1 minute 15 seconds or bake at 350°F for 5 minutes. Let cool completely.
2. Make the Edible Cookie Dough
- Cream butter and both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add milk and vanilla, then mix in flour and salt.
- Fold in chocolate chips or your favorite mix-ins.
3. Assemble the Cones
- Scoop cookie dough into balls and place into cones.
- Top with your favorite extras—sprinkles, mini candies, even whipped cream.
- Serve immediately or chill slightly for a firmer bite.
🎉 Why You’ll Love This Treat
- ✅ No baking required
- ✅ Safe, edible cookie dough
- ✅ Fun to customize and serve
- ✅ Perfect for summer or year-round cravings
🍦 Fun Variations
- Peanut Butter Dough: Add ¼ cup peanut butter and use peanut butter chips
- Birthday Cake Cone: Add 2 tbsp sprinkles + almond extract to dough
- Cookies & Cream Cone: Fold in crushed Oreos and white chocolate chips
- Salted Caramel Cone: Swirl in caramel sauce and top with flaky sea salt
📦 Storage Tips
- Store leftover dough in the fridge for up to 5 days
- Freeze dough balls for up to 2 months—perfect for future cones or snackable bites
- Assemble cones just before serving for best texture
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💬 Reader Reviews
“Such a fun twist on cookie dough and ice cream! I made these for my niece’s birthday party and they were a HIT.” – Marissa G.
“Perfect Netflix snack. I keep cookie dough balls in the freezer now, just in case!” – Jerome T.
🍪 How to Serve Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cones Like a Pro
Want to make these cones even more irresistible? The way you present them makes all the difference—especially if you’re hosting a party, filling a dessert board, or creating content for social media.
🍨 Create a DIY Cookie Dough Cone Bar
Set up a “Build-Your-Own Cone” station with:
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Pre-scooped edible cookie dough balls in mini muffin liners
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A tray of waffle cones and sugar cones
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Bowls of toppings: sprinkles, crushed Oreos, mini chocolate chips, caramel sauce, and whipped cream
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Mini spoons for scooping and small parchment sleeves for serving
Perfect for:
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Birthday parties 🎂
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Bake sales 🧁
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Teen sleepovers 🛏️
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Summer BBQ dessert tables 🍧
Tip: Use a cupcake pan to stand the cones upright or cone holders for a professional look.
🍦 Make It Look Like Real Ice Cream (But Better)
Want the full ice cream experience—without the melt? Here’s how to make your cookie dough scoops really pop:
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Roll the dough into perfect round balls using a scoop
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Slightly chill the dough so it firms up like real ice cream texture
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Dip the tops in melted chocolate and sprinkle with chopped nuts, sprinkles, or toffee bits
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Stack two scoops for a double “scoop” cone look
You can also drizzle the top with chocolate syrup or white chocolate ganache for even more drama!
🧁 Turn Them Into Mini Desserts
These cones are adorable at full size—but even better in mini versions. Use mini cones and smaller scoops for:
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Bite-size party trays
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Dessert shooters
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Baby shower dessert bars
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Kids’ party platters
Pair with other small treats like mini cupcakes, brownie bites, or cheesecake pops for a grab-and-go dessert board that’s colorful, fun, and completely customizable.
🥄 Mix-In Madness: Go Beyond Chocolate Chips
Here are fun mix-in upgrades for when you want a new flavor or seasonal twist:
🎃 Fall Cookie Dough
Add cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin spice extract. Use white chocolate chips and cinnamon sugar dusting.
🍫 Mocha Cookie Dough
Add espresso powder and chocolate chunks to the base. Finish with a coffee-flavored drizzle and cocoa powder on top.
🍬 Birthday Bash Cone
Use cake batter extract, rainbow jimmies, and white chocolate chips. Roll edges in frosting and top with a candle for a fun birthday spin.
🍓 Strawberry Shortcake Cone
Mix freeze-dried strawberries and white chips into the dough. Roll the edges in golden Oreo crumbs and top with strawberry glaze.
❄️ Make-Ahead & Freezer Tips
Want to prep ahead for a party or always have a sweet treat ready? Here’s how:
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Dough prep: Make and scoop dough into balls. Freeze on a baking sheet, then transfer to a zip-top bag.
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Assemble later: Store frozen dough balls in the freezer for up to 2 months. Just thaw slightly before placing into cones.
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Cones: Store separately and assemble just before serving to prevent sogginess. You can also fill cones the day of, wrap in wax paper, and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Tip: Add a mini marshmallow or a disc of chocolate in the bottom of each cone to prevent any dough drips and give a surprise bite at the end!
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