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    BeeyondCereal » Recipes » Cold Dessert Recipes

    Ice Cream Nachos

    Modified: Oct 17, 2023 Published: Nov 22, 2021 by Nicole Durham This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    5 from 1 vote

    I scream you scream, and we all scream for ice cream nachos! The frugal fun way of turning your broken cones into a new dessert that the kids (and you) will love!

    Recipe: $1.98 | Per Serving: $1.98 | Servings: 1

    vanilla ice cream nachos on a plate with chocolate syrup and toppings.

    How many times do you open a box of ice cream cones only to find that they've been crushed? Well, now your dreams don't have to be crushed along with it.

    With this super simple and fun ice cream recipe, you can turn those broken cones into a dessert that will have you licking the plate clean.

    These aren't like the Buffalo Wild Wing Dessert Nachos, where they're served with cinnamon sugar chips (although you could totally do that with these Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Chips).

    These nachos are more like a deconstructed ice cream sundae, so they're loaded with your favorite ice cream sauces and toppings.

    Jump to:
    • 🍯 Why This Recipe Works
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🧾 Substitutions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🔪 Instructions for Ice Cream Nachos
    • 🍴 Recipe Tips
    • 💭 Recipe FAQs
    • ❤️ More Delicious Frozen Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🍯 Why This Recipe Works

    1. It's great for broken cones. We like to use pizzelle cookies or broken ice cream cones, depending on which we have on hand. During the summer, it's broken cones, and in winter, we buy pizzelle cookies from Aldi. Yum.
    2. You can customize it. Make your ice cream sundae however you want! Want chocolate ice cream? Vanilla? Both? Go for it! And don't forget all of the best sundae toppings while you're at it.
    3. It's unique and fun. Everyone's had a bowl of ice cream or an ice cream cone, but imagine the look of surprise on the kid's faces when they see plated ice cream! My kids still get excited whenever they see them, haha.

    🥘 Ingredients

    ingredients needed to make ice cream nachos.

    Ingredient Notes:

    Broken ice cream cones- You can use broken ice cream cones or pizzelle cookies for the "chips" in these nachos. Have cones that aren't broken? Make some Ice Cream Cone Brownies and Microwave Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes.

    Ice cream- Use your favorite ice cream in this recipe. You can even use homemade ice creams like Peanut Butter Mason Jar Ice Cream, Chocolate Mason Jar Ice Cream, and Strawberry Mason Jar Ice Cream.

    Chocolate syrup- This is a great topping for those of us who enjoy chocolate.

    Whipped cream- Whipped cream on an ice cream Sunday is always welcomed.

    For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.

    🧾 Substitutions

    Ice cream cones. Don't have broken ice cream cones handy? Pizzelle cookies work wonderfully as a substitute because they look and taste so similar to waffle cones. In fact, my kids couldn't even tell the difference!

    Other ideas include using broken cookies like Oreos, gingersnaps, or nilla wafers!

    📖 Variations

    Allergen-Friendly Options: Opt for dairy-free or gluten-free products to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences.

    Variety of Toppings: Experiment with various ice cream toppings such as caramel sauce, fruit syrups, or fresh fruits like bananas and strawberries.

    Personalize Your Creation: Get creative and make your sundae uniquely yours by mixing and matching toppings according to your taste preferences.

    🔪 Instructions for Ice Cream Nachos

    Step 1: Take your broken ice cream cone pieces and place them in an even layer on a plate.

    Step 2: Top with a scoop or two of your favorite ice cream.

    Step 3: Drizzle in chocolate syrup.

    Step 4: Add a dollop of whipped cream in the middle.

    Step 5: Garnish with a sprinkling of your favorite Jimmie sprinkles.

    Step 6: Add a cherry on top for the final touch.

    Serve and enjoy!

    Vanilla ice cream nachos with chocolate, whipped cream, sprinkles, cherry.

    🍴 Recipe Tips

    1. Kid-Friendly Treat: This dessert is ideal for children's parties or sleepovers, offering a fun and interactive way to enjoy ice cream.
    2. Serve Fresh: It's best to prepare and enjoy this dessert in the same sitting to ensure the cookies remain crisp and the ice cream stays cold, avoiding any sogginess.
    3. Customize Your Creation: Get creative and mix and match toppings, cones, and ice cream flavors to tailor the dessert to your preferences and create a truly delightful treat.

    💭 Recipe FAQs

    What are some popular toppings for ice cream?

    Popular toppings for ice cream include hot fudge sauce, caramel sauce, whipped cream, crushed nuts, maraschino cherries, sprinkles, and chocolate chips.

    What are some creative variations of dessert nachos?

    Creative variations include using churro chips, Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Chips, mini donuts, or even waffle cone chips for ice cream nachos as the base.

    What flavors of ice cream go well with ice cream?

    These nachos pair well with a variety of ice cream flavors, including vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, mint chocolate chip, and caramel. The choice is based on personal preference.

    vanilla ice cream nachos with toppings.

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    If you tried Ice Cream Nachos, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and share your feedback in the 📝 comments section below. I would truly appreciate it!

    📖 Recipe

    ice cream sundae nachos.
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    Ice Cream Nachos

    I scream you scream we all scream for ice cream nachos! The frugal fun way of turning your broken cones into a new dessert that the kids (and you) will love!
    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 311kcal
    Cost Recipe $1.98
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    Equipment

    • Ice Cream Scooper

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup broken ice cream cones ($0.62)
    • 2 scoops ice cream ($0.84)
    • 3 Tablespoons chocolate syrup ($0.18)
    • ¼ cup whipped cream ($0.16)
    • 1 Tablespoon sprinkles ($0.16)
    • 1 maraschino cherry ($0.02)
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    Instructions

    • Take your broken ice cream cone pieces and place them in an even layer on a plate.
    • Top with a scoop or two of your favorite ice cream.
    • Drizzle in chocolate syrup.
    • Add a dollop of whipped cream in the middle.
    • Garnish with a sprinkling of your favorite jimmie sprinkles.
    • Add a cherry on top for the final touch.
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Substitute broken ice cream cones with Pizzelle cookies for a similar taste and appearance.
    • Alternatively, use broken cookies such as Oreos, gingersnaps, or Nilla wafers.
    Topping Suggestions:
    • Experiment with toppings like caramel sauce, fruit syrups, or fresh banana and strawberry slices.
    • Mix and match cones, ice cream flavors, and toppings for a personalized treat.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1plateful | Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 110IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg
    Author Nicole Durham
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Diet Vegetarian
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