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Rainbow Dipped Waffle Cups

Rainbow dipped waffle cups are crispy waffle cone cups dipped in melted candy coating and rolled in rainbow sprinkles for a crunchy, colorful rim. Melt candy melts in short microwave bursts, coat, and sprinkle immediately so the coating sets with a thick sprinkle layer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
hardening 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Rainbow Dipped Waffle Cups
  • 8 waffle cone cups Store-bought or homemade, waffle cone cups
  • 2 cup candy melts Assorted colors
  • 1 cup rainbow sprinkles For rolling the dipped rims

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Melt the candy coating
  1. Melt each color of candy melts separately in microwave-safe bowls in 20-second bursts, stirring between each until smooth and fluid with no lumps.
  2. Keep the melted candy melts warm between colors by reheating in additional 20-second bursts only as needed.
Dip and sprinkle
  1. Dip the rim of each waffle cup into the melted candy coating, turning to coat evenly around the rim.
  2. Immediately roll the coated rim in rainbow sprinkles before the coating sets so the sprinkles adhere.
Set and serve
  1. Place the dipped cups upright on a parchment-lined tray so the coating stays on the rim.
  2. Let the coating harden completely at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  3. Fill the cups with scoops of ice cream just before serving for best crunch and texture.

Notes

Pro tip: work with one color of candy melts at a time to keep colors distinct, and add sprinkles right after dipping while the coating is still wet. Store prepped dipped cups at room temperature for up to 1 day before filling. Freezing is not recommended because the sprinkle coating can soften. Dietary swap: use dairy-free candy melts if you want a dairy-free version while keeping the same dipping method.