Now that it's summer, my kids ask for ice cream pretty much daily. (I have no idea where they get their sweet tooth from.....certainly not me!) In their minds, ice cream is something we should always have, end of story. The reality, of course, is that sometimes we have it, and sometimes we don't. So what's a mom to do when her kiddos are desperate for ice cream and there's none to be had? Easy! Use frozen Cool Whip instead!
I actually always store my Cool Whip in the freezer - not only does it keep better, but I like it better that way! So when I found myself in a "no ice cream" situation the other day, I knew just what to do. I'd be lying if I said my kids weren't skeptical...but only until they tasted it! And then they realized it was sweet, smooth, cold, and creamy - an awful lot like ice cream! And a new obsession was born.
Cool Whip cones quickly became their new favorite treat, to the point where they were asking for them multiple times a day! And then we realized that we could really have some fun with them. Because Cool Whip doesn't harden like ice cream when it's frozen, the cones are more like soft serve - the perfect consistency for all kinds of toppings! So we started dipping them in sprinkles and coconut, crushed Oreos and nuts. And then came the strawberries.
Strawberries were clearly the best topping of all, and I immediately knew why. The result is so much like strawberry shortcake, only without the cake! And who in their right mind doesn't love strawberry shortcake?
So I ditched all the other toppings and decided to focus on the strawberries....and that's when this fun idea came about. Strawberry shortcakes, in a cone. Strawberry Shortcones!
I'm pretty sure if you asked my kids, they'd take a Strawberry Shortcone over an ice cream cone any day! Don't believe me? Try it with your kids and you'll see what I mean!
Strawberry Shortcones
1 box cake cones
1 large tub Cool Whip, frozen
1 lb. fresh strawberries
1. Fill each cone with a dollop of Cool Whip and a strawberry (cut as needed to fit)
2. Scoop frozen Cool Whip onto cone and top with a strawberry.
Eric Pepple
What a fun and easy dessert, sounds delicious!
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Vanessa
What a fun idea! I always freeze cool whip but I never thought of serving it like this.
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust
You're a total genius. I'm doing that more often! I love Cool Whip because I can buy it fat free!
Betty Daniels
MMM, my kind of dessert. But then what isn't. I think you were destined to have a sweet tooth with the two parents who raised you. Sorry.
NOT REALLY! ☺
Tanya-Lemonsforlulu.com
Great idea Cathy! Who needs ice cream, when you have Cool Whip in the freezer (I have at least two)! I can't believe I never thought of this!
norma
disculpen, soy nueva por aca, me pueden explicar que es azote fresco? soy de Venezuela
Tonia Larson
These are so fun! My kids would love these!
Julie Evink
These are awesome and I love Cool Whip in the freezer. That's where all mine is too!
Sandra Kohlmann
When I was a kid, I loved frozen Cool Whip. Now that I'm vegan, I make Rich's Whip and freeze that. Equally amazing. This is an adorable and delicious idea.
Jen Nikolaus
OMG Why have I never thought of this???!!! My two little boys also ask for ice cream daily (of course they want it in a cone) and I always freak out because I don't want it getting all over my floors. This is the perfect solution to give my boys the ice cream they want and keep my carpets clean! YES!!! Totally trying this tomorrow! Thanks Cathy!
~Jen @ Yummy Healthy Easy
Jessica @ Barefoot by the Sea
Yum! Perfect for strawberry season! I store it in the freezer too, and my kiddies would love this to mix it up a bit!
Brenda @ Chatting Over Chocolate
I absolutely LOVE this idea, Cathy!!! Thank you SO MUCH for sharing! 😉 Pinned!! Hope you're enjoying a lovely weekend, friend!
Heather Whoneedsacape
so cute - my kids would gobble these up! LOVE - saw you at Life on Lakeshore Drive:)
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Lizbeth McGow
Hello Cathy! coming from the WCFS's party, this looks amazing...I love strawberries! Thank you so much for sharing such a creative way to have them!, Lizy
Life With The Crust Cut Off
This looks amazing!!! We would love it if you would link up at our We Scream For Ice Cream linky party/giveaway:
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Live the whole month of July.
Hosted by:
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We hope to see you there!
Erin
How creative is this!?
Alyssa B
These are a really cute idea! I don't eat cool whip, so I'd use fresh whipped cream. Thanks for sharing.
Nicole @WonkyW
Great idea! These are super cute, I think I'll make them for the kiddos!
Sarah JM
I love ideas like this - thanks for sharing!
Jessi @ Practically Functional
These are too cute! Pinning, and thanks for sharing!
Lita
Cute and tasty idea. We are featuring everything ice cream today at Saturday Dishes. These would be a hit. Hope you will bring them over.
Wishes for tasty dishes,
Linda @ Tumbleweed Contessa
http://www.tumbleweedcontessa.com/blog/