We all know fruit is a summer staple. But, this summer forget the sugary sweets; here is a fun and fresh idea for serving fruit at your next event. Ice Cream Cone Fruit Cups are great for pool parties, and backyard BBQs and make the perfect afternoon snack.
As the summer sun starts to blaze, keeping your little ones fueled and hydrated becomes even more crucial. Fortunately, the summer season brings with it a bounty of delicious and nutritious fruits that are not only refreshing but also perfect for satisfying those midday cravings.
Here’s a fun and refreshing summer fruit snack ideas that your kids will love:
Fun Ways to Serve Fresh Fruit
I’ve learned that my kids will usually gobble up anything when it’s served in a fun and creative way and this treat is no exception.
This summer serve fresh fruit in ice cream vessels for a creative and healthy alternative to all those sweets. The kids will love eating their fruit from a crunchy waffle cone or bowl. So much that they may even come back for seconds!
Easy Snack On the Go
Not only are these snacks fun, they are great for little hands to hold and you can eliminate the need for lots of plates and silverware. Kids can grab a cone and enjoy their fresh and fruity treat on the go.
How to Make Waffle Cone Fruit Cups
These treats are so easy to make, and you can even prepare and make them ahead of time, just make sure your fruit is dry before putting it into the cones. Here is what you’ll need to make ice cream cone fruit cups:
- Fresh Fruit (strawberries, mango, pineapple, blueberries, kiwi and grapes)
- Whipped Topping
- Waffle Ice Cream Bowls or Waffle Ice Cream Cones
Ice Cream Cone Fruit Cups
Even the pickiest kid won’t be able to refuse this sweet treat! Refreshing, healthy, and fun these Ice Cream Cone Fruit Cups are the perfect summer treat.
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruit (strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, grapes, mango, pineapple, ect.)
- Waffle Ice Cream Cups or Waffle Ice Cream Cones
- Whipped Topping
Instructions
- Cut your fruit into bite-size pieces.
- Pat the fruit dry to prevent the cone from getting soggy.
- Fill the Waffle Ice Cream Bowls with fresh fruit, add a dollop of whipped topping and garnish with a strawberry.
- Or for another creative idea serve the fruit in Waffle Ice Cream Cones.
What are your kid’s favorite summertime snacks? Here are a few of our favorites:
Dipped Sprinkle Cones + Dairy Free Ice Cream
These look so good!!
These looks so good and refreshing!
What a colorful mix of fruits! Love this healthy dessert option!
Thank you Melanie, it is one of my kids favorite ways to enjoy fresh summer fruits!
Hi I am going to make these for my granddaughter sweet 16. The kids will love them but what is best way to serve them with them standing up?
hey came up with a great idea! I am going to take 2 heavy small and med size boxes, spray paint them then stack them. With a drill my husband is going to cut cone shaped circles and put finished cones in them. Boxes will then resemble a cake painted to match decorations with some spray glitter over paint.
Thanks for sharing, this sounds awesome! Be sure to take photos and tag us on social so we can see!
So yummy it’ll make you think you’re cheating your diet but it’s all fruit! Thanks for sharing.
Exactly Christine, you’ll feel like your having a yummy summer treat without all the guilt! Thanks for stopping by!
These look delicious! I’m thinking of making them for my daughter to bring to school to celebrate her birthday! Any idea how the bowls/cones would hold up for 4 hours of the fruit sitting in it before getting soggy?
I would recommend cutting the fruit the night before and putting it in a separate bowl in the fridge, where some of the natural juices will release. Then you can strain the fruit and place them in the cones, and they should hold up with the fruit. Naturally, there will still be some juices released from the fruit (especially from fruit like strawberries) but the cones shouldn’t get soggy.
Love this idea! It sounds like such a refreshing treat for summer! Thanks for sharing at my Creative Ways Link Party!
Blessings,
Nici
Thank you Nici, it is a crowd favorite at our house!
Very creative.
I am thinking about using your idea of the waffle bowls for serving at a rehearsal dinner; does the juice from the fruit cause the waffle to become soggy and fall apart?
Thanks
Hi! We used slotted spoons to drain most of the juice before putting them in the bowls. I wouldn’t recommend putting them in there until you are fairly close to being ready to serve them (about an hour prior)
I love making these cute fruit treats!
Oh my boys would love these!!
What a great idea for a healthier dessert!
These are definitely perfect for this summer!
These fruit cups are AWESOME! Definitely making these for the kiddos this summer.