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This image shows crunchy homemade waffle cones on a cooling rack.

Homemade Waffle Cones Recipe

This homemade waffle cones recipe creates crispy, golden cones perfect for holding your favorite ice cream. Made with simple ingredients like egg whites, sugar, and butter, these cones are easy to shape and add a delicious, homemade touch to any dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 123 kcal

Equipment

  • Small Mixing Bowl
  • Waffle cone maker
  • Wooden fork

Ingredients
  

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup egg whites
  • tsp salt
  • cup all-purpose flour
  • 24 chocolate chips
  • 7 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your waffle cone maker to a medium color setting, around 4, and lightly brush both plates with oil.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together egg whites, sugar, and vanilla extract.
    This image shows egg whites, sugar, and vanilla extract being whisked together in a small bowl, followed by salt, flour, and melted butter to create a smooth, lump-free batter.
  • Add in the salt and half of the flour, mixing well.
  • Then, pour in the melted butter and the rest of the flour, beating until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
  • Place about 2 tablespoons of the batter in the center of the preheated waffle cone maker.
    This image shows 2 tablespoons of batter placed in the center of the preheated waffle cone maker, with the lid being closed and locked.
  • Close the lid, lock it, and cook for approximately 1 minute and 30 seconds, adjusting the time for your desired color.
  • Using a wooden fork, carefully transfer the cooked waffle onto a clean towel.
  • Roll it around the cone mold, pinch the bottom to seal, and hold it for 10 seconds until it keeps its shape.
    This image shows the cooked waffle being transferred to a clean towel
  • Drop a few chocolate chips into the cone and use a small dowel to press them down, sealing the tip.
  • Let the cones cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
    This image shows waffle cones being cooled.

Notes

  • Adjust the cook time for darker or lighter cones based on your machine’s heat settings.
  • Adding chocolate chips at the bottom prevents leaks from melting ice cream.