These cupcake ice cream cones are perfect for summertime parties because they won't melt. You can make them in any flavor you like, but these tangy-sweet pink lemonade cupcakes are a great summer treat.
1white cake mixprepared according to package directions
2packages unsweetened Pink Lemonade Kool-Aid
16ouncetub of vanilla frosting
1cupCOOL WHIP Whipped Toppingthawed
18-24flat-bottom cake ice cream cones
ice cream sprinkles
Instructions
Prepare the cake according to package directions. Mix in 1 package Pink Lemonade Kool-Aid. Stir to incorporate.
Place ice cream cones in a popover pan or muffin tin.
Fill each cone about ⅔ full with cake batter.
Place a rimmed baking sheet under the popover pan or muffin tin and bake according to the cake mix directions, until the cupcakes are springy and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove from oven and cool for 5-10 minutes.
Gently prick the bottoms of the cones with a fork to allow steam to escape. Cool completely on a wire rack.
For the frosting
Combine vanilla frosting and whipped topping. Add ½ package of pink lemonade Kool-Aid to mixture and whip to combine. For a tarter frosting, use an entire package of pink lemonade Kool-Aid.
Use a pastry bag or cake decorator with a star tip to pipe icing onto the cupcakes. Pipe icing from the outside in, building up in the center, so it looks like soft-serve ice cream.