As the calendar slides toward a new year, these playful horn shaped treats offer a festive option for celebrations. They are not only visually striking and delicious, but they also avoid the loud, messy headache often associated with real horns. These edible party favors capture the whimsy of the season and bring a cheerful vibe to gatherings whether at home, in the office, or during a weekend get together. The concept is simple and satisfying: a crisp cone dipped in glossy white chocolate, decorated with sparkling sugar or candy sprinkles, and finished with a small mouthpiece made from white candy. On a dessert table they look charming and travel well from kitchen to party without leaking or melting too quickly. The process is forgiving, quick enough to finish before guests arrive, and able to yield results that impress friends and family alike. This approach centers on accessible ingredients and a few careful steps that anyone can follow to create a showstopper treat for holidays, birthdays, or casual celebrations.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED: The items listed below cover everything required to produce a generous batch of these festive cones. Having a little extra decoration on hand helps tailor each piece to different themes or color schemes for any season or event.
- Ice cream cones (sugar cones are best)
- White Chocolate chips
- Sanding sugars, sprinkles or anything else you want to decorate your horns
- Vanilla Tootsie Rolls or white taffy
- Tall glass (should be wider than the cones)
HOW TO PREPARE: Begin by preparing the coating and workspace with plenty of patience and a tidy setup. The steps that follow guide the assembly from melting to decoration and final touches, ensuring a glossy, durable shell and a playful final look.
- Gently melt the white chocolate chips over very low heat until smooth and glossy, stirring with a silicone spatula to prevent scorching. Pour the melted chocolate into a tall, wide glass or cup that allows the end of each cone to be submerged evenly.
- Hold a cone by the base and slowly lower the tip into the melted chocolate, submerging about an inch of the cone while keeping the interior free of coating. Lift smoothly and let the excess chocolate drain back into the container to create a clean, even edge around the cone.
- As the coating remains wet, quickly roll or press sanding sugars, sprinkles, or edible decorations onto the surface while rotating the cone to cover the sides. Set each decorated cone upright on a lined baking sheet so the shell stays flat and sets evenly.
- Move the sheet to the refrigerator or a cool room to firm the chocolate shell. This helps the decorations stay in place and prepares the cones for the final touches without smearing.
- When the coating is firm, affix a small piece of white taffy or a curved Tootsie Roll at the top of the cone to resemble a mouthpiece. Press gently until it sticks and holds its shape during handling.
- For added flair, thread streamers or ribbons through the ends to transform the cones into charming party hats that stay upright when set on a serving surface.
- These cones can be enjoyed soon after decorating or stored in a cool, dry place for a little while longer. They are best when fresh but will hold their playful look for a day at most event setups. Enjoy!