Homemade Waffle Cones with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

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Crunchy homemade waffle cones paired with smooth vanilla bean ice cream for a classic, nostalgic dessert. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsalted butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 6 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, whisk 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large egg whites until frothy. Stir in 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 1/4 cup whole milk, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until smooth and slightly runny batter forms.
  4. Step 4: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop 2 tbsp batter onto sheet and spread into a thin 5-inch circle with the back of a spoon. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  5. Step 5: Remove waffle quickly and shape into cones using a cone mold or by hand, working fast before they harden. Let cones cool and harden fully on a rack.
  6. Step 6: Scoop vanilla bean ice cream into the cones and serve immediately for a classic homemade treat.

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