Description
Bring a sprinkle of whimsy to your holiday kitchen with these colorful Elf Hat Cones! Crispy sugar cones get a magical makeover with green candy coating, festive sprinkles, and playful toppers. They’re quick to make, impossible not to smile at, and perfect for holiday parties, cookie trays, or a fun family craft afternoon. No baking required—just melt, dip, decorate, and enjoy!
Ingredients
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12 sugar cones
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2 cups green candy melts (or white chocolate + green gel color)
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¼ cup holiday sprinkles
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Mini marshmallows or M&Ms (optional toppers)
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White frosting (optional trim for the brim)
Instructions
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Prep: Line a baking sheet with parchment. Set out sprinkles & toppers.
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Melt: Heat candy melts in 30-sec bursts, stirring until smooth. Add ½ tsp coconut oil if too thick.
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Dip: Hold cone by base, dip tip-first into melted coating, swirling to cover. Tap gently to remove excess.
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Decorate: Stand cone upright on parchment. While coating is wet, add sprinkles and topper.
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Optional Brim: Pipe frosting around the base for a fluffy “hat trim.”
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Set: Let sit at room temp 20–30 min, or refrigerate for 10 min, until firm.
Notes
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Work one cone at a time so sprinkles stick before the coating sets.
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Use a muffin tin to hold cones upright while drying.
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Try fun variations: white & blue “snow elf” hats, chocolate-coated “cocoa elf” hats, or even filled hats with hidden candies inside.