Our fun ice cream cake pops are a delicious treat that will make the whole family happy. They are perfect for any and every summer event.
What could be better than cake and ice cream in a white chocolate dipped cone? These gluten-free ice cream cake pops are going to be your kids new favorite treat. They are such a fun idea since they take a fun spin on a classic ice cream cone.
I was trying to think of something amazing to make for the kids this summer and these gluten-free ice cream cake pops came to my mind. Mostly because I drooled over the mini ice cream cone cake pops (minus the ice cream inside) my friend Jenny of Jennycookies.com made.
I just knew I had to recreate something similar to them gluten-free. Plus, I wanted to show how something Pinterest worthy can totally be done.
These ice cream cake pops like our cakesicles and drip cake are yummy treats and super fun to make. I really love making them in the summer, but you can make them for any special occasion. They are perfect for a baby shower, birthday parties, and even Valentine’s Day!
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If you end up making them in the summer, you should check out my 4th of July Food, Fruit Salad, and Party post to throw the best 4th of July party. If you are throwing a pool party, you should check or my Pool Party Ideas post. These ice cream cake pops would be perfect at both.
I know I have seen cake pops on a lollipop stick and popsicle sticks, but I thought it would be a fun twist to try and ice cream cone!
When making these, don’t be afraid to get a little messy with the almond bark dip. They are supposed to look like ice cream cones after all and ice cream drips on the outer rim of the ice cream cones. Yay for not having to be perfect in our dessert making right?
What you need to make them
This recipe is super fun to make. It almost feels like an art project. The best thing is that they are not hard to make!
Gluten-free ice cream cones
For the cone shape, you need ice cream cones. You should be able to find gluten-free ice cream cones at your local grocery store.
You can use sugar cones or waffle cones for your little cake pop. I think it is a great idea to do both because it adds variety for taste and looks.
Cake mix
The gluten-free cake mix is the inside part of the cone, the cake part of the ice cream cake pops. You can use whatever cake flavor you want. The cake mix makes the perfect cake pop dough. You can even make homemade with our bento cake and gluten free apple cake.
It’s fun to use chocolate cake mix with a dark chocolate drizzle on top of the cake pop or a red velvet cake mix with cream cheese frosting. I typically make vanilla cake pops, but it is fun to try other cake flavors for the cake filling.
You don’t have to use gluten-free cake mix if you don’t need to.
Top tip: Make sure to let the cake cool to room temperature before mixing it with the frosting.
Ice cream
Fill the bottom of the cone with ice cream. Use whatever flavor or type of ice cream you want. You will only need a pint.
How to make them
Here are step-by-step instructions to make these delicious cake pops. I like that it doesn’t take a long time to make them.
- Crumble your prepared cake into a pan
- Mix in 1/2 can of frosting with the cake crumbs until well combined using your hands
- Roll cake mixture into balls big enough to fit right on top of your gluten-free ice cream cones (you’ll want to take special care, making sure it is rolled well to keep it from falling apart)
- Fill each cone with some ice cream with an ice cream scoop or cookie scoop then sit the cake pop on top
- Meanwhile, heat the almond bark 1-2 minutes or until melted but not burnt
- Drizzle each cake pop with melted almond bark (It’s ok if it drips down the sides, it is supposed to look like an ice cream cone after all)
- Put sprinkles on top of the cake ball and place in the freezer until you are ready to serve
I thought, what better time to make them then when my sister was in town visiting. Brittney and I love being creative together especially when it involves food. Neither of us has a big sweet tooth, but we both really enjoyed these gluten-free cake pops!
I love using this superman ice cream or pineapple ice cream flavor as it is in my opinion, the best flavor for summer as it brings those fresh fruit flavors through in cold, smooth ice cream.
This picture just had to be shared because our photographer said, “Just laugh and have fun”. I then proceeded to look at the ice cream and say, “Oh ice cream, you are so funny!” It’s not always pretty but we sure to have fun over here!
Yes, the best part is that they can be made dairy-free for those who also suffer from dairy allergies or intolerances. Be sure to choose a gluten-free, dairy-free cake mix and frosting. You will also want to choose a dairy-free ice cream.
It is all about the frosting. For the perfect cake bite, you will need the perfect frosting. This recipe has you mix the cake with the frosting for the cake ball mixture. It helps keep the cake pop together so it looks like an ice cream cone.
You can prepare these ahead of time and and freeze them or freeze leftovers.
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Gluten-Free Ice Cream Cake Pops
Ingredients
- 12 ice cream cones
- 1 pint ice cream
- 1 box cake mix prepared according to package directions
- 1/2 can frosting
- 6 squares of almond bark
- sprinkles
Instructions
- Crumble your prepared cake into a pan
- Mix in 1/2 can of frosting until well combined using your hands
- Roll cake into balls big enough to fit right on top of your gluten-free ice cream cones
- Fill each cone with some ice cream then sit the cake pop on top
- Meanwhile, heat the almond bark 1-2 minutes or until melted but not burnt
- Drizzle each cake pop with melted almond bark (It’s ok if it drips down the sides, it is supposed to look like an ice cream cone after all)
- Top with sprinkles and place in the freezer until you are ready to serve
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Notes
Can it be made dairy-free?
Yes, the best part is that they can be made dairy-free for those who also suffer from dairy allergies or intolerances. Be sure to choose a gluten-free, dairy-free cake mix and frosting. You will also want to choose a dairy-free ice cream.How do you keep the cake pop together?
It is all about the frosting. For the perfect cake bite, you will need the perfect frosting. This recipe has you mix the cake with the frosting for the cake ball mixture. It helps keep the cake pop together so it looks like an ice cream cone.Nutrition
Photos and video by Amie Pendle
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This post was originally published July 17, 2018 it has since been updated with new information.
Lyn says
Yum!! We made these for my sons birthday and everyone loved them!
Chandice says
Awww, thank you! They are a fun summer birthday treat!
Dahn says
oh how yummy and what an original idea. This looks perfect for summer
Chandice says
Thank you so much!! 🙂