Start out the summer right with these adorable Bomb Pop Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes. Perfect for a pool party, 4th of July or Memorial Day. These cupcakes are fun, semi homemade, easy to make and delicious!

How to Make Bomb Pop Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

Learn how you can easily create these mouthwatering treats in your own kitchen. Get ready to indulge in a burst of flavor with every bite and impress your friends and family with your baking skills!

The cupcake portion is a lime cupcake (of course semi homemade). There are three frosting flavors. Don’t worry there is only one base frosting recipe. The base recipe is separated to make three flavors.

BOMB POP CUPCAKES INGREDIENTS LIST-full printable recipe below in recipe card

LIME CUPCAKE BATTER INGREDIENTS

• 1 (15.25 ounce) white cake box mix
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• ¼ cup fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon lime zest
• 1 cup water
• 4 large egg whites

BOMB POP FROSTING INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup shortening
• 2 teaspoons clear vanilla extract
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons water
• 1 (.13 ounce) packet Cherry Kool-Aid
• 1 (.22 ounce) packet Blue Raspberry Lemonade Kool-Aid
• 1 teaspoon lime extract
• dab of sky blue gel icing color
• OPTIONAL STAR SPRINKLES

LIME ICE CREAM CONE BATTER INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. In a large mixing bowl add the cake mix, oil, lime juice, lime zest, water and egg whites.
3. Mix until combined and smooth.
4. Spoon or scoop 1 ounce of batter into each cone (I used a 1 ounce cookie scoop).
5. Bake 17 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool completely.

BOMB POP FROSTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large mixing bowl add the shortening, beat until light and fluffy.
2. Add the vanilla extract, beat until incorporated.
3. Add the sugar 1 cup at a time; beat until smooth between each addition.
4. Remove 3/4 cup frosting from the bowl; this will be the lime (white) frosting; add 2 teaspoons water to the remaining frosting.

CHERRY FROSTING

1. Remove 3/4 cup of frosting into a small bowl, pour the whole packet of cherry Kool-Aid onto the frosting, stir to combine.
2. This frosting is tart, if you want to control the tartness only add half of the packet and do a taste test.

LIME FROSTING

1. To the reserved frosting add 1 teaspoon lime extract, stir to combine.

RASPBERRY FROSTING

1. With the remaining frosting add a whole packet of the blue raspberry lemonade Kool-Aid, stir to combine.
2. If desired, add a small dab of sky blue gel icing color.
3. This frosting is tart, if you want to control the tartness only add half of the packet and do a taste test.

HOW TO DECORATE THE CUPCAKE

1. Spoon each frosting into THREE small piping bags fitted with a star tip.
2. First pipe the blue for the bottom, then a smaller amount of the white for the middle, and an even smaller amount of the red on top. Add optional star sprinkles. ADDED FUN IDEA: INSERT A POPSICLE STICK INTO THE SIDE AT AN ANGLE.

Ice Cream Cone Cake Pops

If you would prefer to go the cake pop route, this is how you can transform these Memorial Day Cupcakes into cake pops. The perfect solution if you don’t have a baking rack.

1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan or dish with non stick cooking spray.
3. In a large bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment, mix together the cake mix, oil, lime juice, lime zest, water and egg whites. Making sure to scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula.
4. Pour into prepared pan.
5. Bake 28-33 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Place broken up warm-hot cake in a large mixing bowl, mix until cake is broken into small pieces and when pressed together forms a ball. NOTE: If for some reason the cake doesn’t stay together you can add a dollop of store bought or homemade frosting.
7. Form cake into a long cone like shape, insert into the sugar cone.
8. Frost as directed in original recipe.

Sweet Childhood Memories

Most of us grew up eating bomb pop popsicles. Those fun frozen treats in the shape of a rocket with a layer of cherry, lime and blue raspberry. I was from the era of the ice cream truck. There were only three choices for me. The 50/50 bar, big stick or the bomb pop. I didn’t really care for anything else. Well….maybe a snow cone. Do you remember the joy you felt when the ice cream truck music came within your earshot? Awww…..those were the days.

Rig Your Own Baking Rack

I used a sugar cone baking rack from Wilton made for the oven. You can find them at Michael’s or order them on Amazon.

Add rice to a deep baking pan and cover with foil. Poke small holes in the foil spread out enough for the cones to fit without touching each other. Using the tip of the cone, press the cone through the foil and into the rice. WARNING….I have NEVER tried this. TRY AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Make Sure the Tip of the Cone is Closed.

Before adding cake batter to the ice cream cones, check the ends of the sugar cones to make sure they are closed. If the cone tip is open the batter will leak out.

SECRET FROSTING INGREDIENTS!

HERE ARE MY SECRET INGREDIENTS!
When it comes to giving a frosting an intense flavor Kool-Aid is your best bet. It doesn’t leave a grainy texture like jello and really packs a punch! I used a whole packet for the cherry and blue raspberry lemonade flavors and all I can say is…..WOW! The flavors are intense. I loved it but if you’re worried you can always only add half an envelope, stir it in and taste.

This unique and creative twist on the classic ice cream treat is a fun and tasty way to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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In conclusion, Bomb Pop Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes are a delicious and creative dessert option that will add a touch of nostalgia to any gathering. By incorporating the beloved flavors and colors of the classic summer treat, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. From tips on how to make the perfect cake batter and colorful frosting, to the step-by-step process of creating the iconic cone shape, this article has provided a comprehensive guide for you to try at home.

So, whether you’re looking to impress your friends at a summer BBQ or simply want to indulge in a tasty treat, these Bomb Pop Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes are a must-try. A little bit of creativity and a lot of fun, you can turn any dessert into a work of art. So go ahead and give it a try, you won’t be disappointed!

If you do give these cupcakes a try, be sure to share your creations with us on social media using the hashtag #BombPopCupcake. Let’s keep the conversation going and inspire others to explore their own culinary creativity.

As summer approaches and the weather heats up, there’s no better way to cool down than with a Bomb Pop Ice Cream Cone Cupcake. So why not give them a try and bring the taste of summer to your next party or gathering. Remember, as with any recipe, have fun and enjoy the process. Happy baking!💗Sheryl