Cake Filled Teepee Sugar Cone Recipe

Looking for a fun fall dessert that’s sure to impress? This adorable chocolate dipped teepee sugar cone recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare (plus decorating time) and are perfect for autumn parties or Thanksgiving celebrations.

Ice cream cone teepees with pretzel sticks and colorful sprinkles on a plate.

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These teepee cones can be enjoyed as-is for a quick and easy treat, or filled with decadent cake and frosting for an extra special dessert. Either way, they’re guaranteed to bring smiles to everyone’s faces!

Looking for more fun fall treats? Try my Apple Caramel Fudge for another quick dessert, or make these Acorn Shaped Mini Pumpkin Muffins for a festive autumn snack. And if you’re planning a party, these would be perfect alongside my Fall Chex Party Snack Mix Recipe!

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Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe

Quick prep time: Basic assembly takes just 15 minutes
Kid-friendly project: Perfect for getting little helpers involved
Versatile treat: Can be made with or without cake filling
Make-ahead friendly: Can be prepared up to 3 days in advance
Customizable design: Works with any color sprinkles or chocolate coating

Recipe Ingredients

Ingredients for a dessert: sugar cones, cake mix, frosting, pretzels, sprinkles, chips.

Ingredient Notes:

Sugar cones – Regular ice cream sugar cones form the base of our teepees. Make sure to get the pointed cone style, not flat-bottomed ones.
Semisweet chocolate chips – These provide the perfect coating and help attach the pretzel sticks. You can substitute with milk chocolate or candy melts if preferred.
Pretzel sticks – Regular thin pretzel sticks create the perfect teepee pole effect. Make sure they’re not broken before using.
Fall colored sprinkles – These add festive flair and texture. You can mix your colors or use premade autumn sprinkle blends.
Cake mix – Any flavor box mix works for the filling. You could even use store-bought cake.
Chocolate frosting – A 16-ounce container pairs perfectly with the cake filling. Feel free to use your favorite flavor.

See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.

Substitutions and Additions

Chocolate coating: Swap semisweet chocolate for white chocolate, milk chocolate, or colored candy melts
Sprinkles: Use any color combination – try rainbow for birthday parties or red/green for Christmas
Filling variations: Try using mousse, pudding, or no-bake cheesecake filling instead of cake
Decorative touches: Add edible glitter, metallic sprinkles, or drizzle with contrasting chocolate

How to Make Teepee Cones (step-by-step directions)

Cake in a casserole, melted chocolate in a bowl, and broken waffle cones on a board.

If using the cake filling, prepare your cake mix according to package directions. Let it cool completely. (Photo 1)
Carefully trim 1-2 inches off the pointed tips of the sugar cones using a sharp knife. You want the opening large enough for 3 pretzel sticks but not so big they fall through. (Photo 2)
Melt chocolate chips in 30-second microwave intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Let cool 5 minutes. (Photo 3)

Ice cream cone dipped in chocolate and colorful sprinkles.

Dip the top inch of each cone in chocolate, shake off excess, then coat with sprinkles. (Photos 4 & 5)
Flip and repeat the process with the bottom of the cone. (Photos 6 & 7)

Ice cream cone desserts with chocolate mixture in progress.

Insert 3 chocolate-dipped pretzel sticks into each cone top. (Photo 8)
For filled versions, mix cooled crumbled cake with frosting and carefully fill cones. (Photos 9, 10 & 11)

Teepees themed made from ice cream cones and pretzels, surrounded by fall decor.

Recipe Tips

Let the melted chocolate cool for 5 minutes before dipping to ensure better coating
Work in small batches when dipping the cones to prevent the chocolate from hardening
Support the pretzel sticks while filling with cake to prevent them from falling out
Don’t cut too much off the cone tips – you want the pretzels to fit snugly
Shake off excess chocolate gently to prevent drips and ensure even coating

Storing Tips

Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Refrigerator: Store filled cones in a single layer to prevent crushing. Note that cones will gradually soften over time.
Make ahead: Unfilled cones can be made 1-2 days in advance and stored in an airtight container.
Not recommended: Freezing is not recommended as it affects the cone texture.

Serving Suggestions

These teepee cones pair perfectly with other fall treats! Try serving them alongside my Pumpkin Dump Cake or Maple Pecan Cookies. For a complete autumn dessert spread, add some Nutter Butter Chocolate Acorns to your display.

Edible teepee treats made of cones, pretzels, and sprinkles.

Recipe FAQs

Can I make these teepee cones ahead of time?

Yes! Unfilled cones can be made 1-2 days in advance. If filling with cake, it’s best to fill them the day you plan to serve.

Why did my chocolate coating crack?

This usually happens if the chocolate was too hot when dipping. Let it cool for 5 minutes after melting for best results.

Can I use store-bought cake for the filling?

Absolutely! Store-bought cake works perfectly. Just crumble it and mix with frosting as directed.

What if my pretzel sticks keep falling out?

Make sure you’re not cutting too much off the cone tip and that you’re dipping the pretzels in chocolate before inserting them.

How do I prevent the cones from getting soggy?

Fill the cones just before serving if possible, and store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

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