These Campfire Cones are a simple and irresistible outdoor dessert that combines melted chocolate, gooey marshmallows, and fresh fruit inside a crispy waffle cone. I love making these treats around a campfire, on the grill, or even during backyard gatherings because they are quick to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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1 waffle cone
¼ cup mini marshmallows
¼ cup chocolate chips
5 strawberries, chopped
¼ banana, sliced
10 raspberries
Optional caramel sauce
Optional peanut butter cups or caramel candies
Directions
I place a few mini marshmallows into the bottom of the waffle cone to help prevent melted chocolate from leaking out.
I fill the cone with chocolate chips, banana slices, strawberries, raspberries, and additional marshmallows.
Then I pack the ingredients generously because the marshmallows shrink as they melt.
I wrap the entire cone tightly with aluminum foil.
I place the wrapped cone over a campfire or on a grill and cook it for 3–5 minutes until the filling becomes warm and melted.
Next I carefully remove the cone using heat-safe gloves or tongs and unwrap the foil.
I drizzle caramel sauce over the top if desired and serve immediately while everything is warm and gooey.
Servings and timing
Servings: 1 serving
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Calories: 361 kcal per serving
Variations
I swap the strawberries and raspberries for blueberries, blackberries, or diced peaches for a different fruity flavor.
I add crushed cookies for extra texture and sweetness.
Also I use white chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or butterscotch chips instead of regular chocolate chips.
I tuck peanut butter cups, caramel candies, or chopped chocolate bars into the filling for a richer dessert.
And I drizzle melted peanut butter, chocolate sauce, or caramel sauce over the finished cone.
I create a s’mores-inspired version by adding crushed graham crackers between the layers.
Storage/Reheating
I find that Campfire Cones taste best immediately after cooking while the marshmallows are soft and the chocolate is melted. If I have leftovers, I wrap them tightly and store them in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
To reheat, I wrap the cone loosely in foil and warm it on a grill or in an oven at 300°F (150°C) for a few minutes until heated through. I avoid microwaving because it can make the waffle cone soft and soggy.
FAQs
Can I make Campfire Cones without a campfire?
Yes, I can prepare them on a grill or bake them in the oven while wrapped in foil until the fillings become warm and melted.
Can I use different fruits?
Absolutely. I like experimenting with blueberries, peaches, blackberries, or sliced apples depending on the season.
How do I keep the cone from leaking?
I place a layer of mini marshmallows at the bottom of the cone before adding the chocolate and fruit, which helps prevent leaks.
Can I prepare the cones ahead of time?
Yes, I can assemble and wrap the cones several hours in advance, then cook them when I am ready to serve.
What other candies work well in this recipe?
I enjoy adding peanut butter cups, caramel candies, chopped chocolate bars, toffee pieces, or even mini cookies for extra flavor and texture.
Conclusion
I love making Campfire Cones because they are quick, customizable, and packed with delicious flavors. The combination of melted chocolate, gooey marshmallows, fresh fruit, and a crispy waffle cone creates a memorable dessert that is perfect for camping trips, cookouts, and summer gatherings. Whether I keep the recipe simple or load it with extra treats, this dessert always delivers a fun and satisfying sweet finish.
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Campfire Cones
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Campfire Cones are a fun and easy dessert filled with melted chocolate, gooey marshmallows, and fresh fruit inside a crispy waffle cone. Perfect for campfires, grills, or backyard gatherings, they come together in just minutes.
Ingredients
1 waffle cone
1/4 cup mini marshmallows
1/4 cup chocolate chips
1/4 banana, sliced
5 strawberries, chopped
10 raspberries
Optional caramel sauce
Optional peanut butter cups or caramel candies
Instructions
- Place a few mini marshmallows into the bottom of the waffle cone to help prevent melted chocolate from leaking out.
- Fill the cone with chocolate chips, banana slices, strawberries, raspberries, and additional marshmallows.
- Pack the ingredients generously, allowing room for melting.
- Wrap the entire cone tightly with aluminum foil.
- Place the wrapped cone over a campfire or on a grill and cook for 3–5 minutes until the filling is warm and melted.
- Carefully remove the cone using heat-safe gloves or tongs and unwrap the foil.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Swap strawberries and raspberries for blueberries, blackberries, or diced peaches.
Add crushed cookies or graham crackers for extra texture.
Use white chocolate, peanut butter, or butterscotch chips for variation.
Add peanut butter cups, caramel candies, or chopped chocolate bars for a richer dessert.
Best enjoyed immediately after cooking while warm and gooey.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 day and reheat gently in foil.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Campfire
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cone
- Calories: 361 kcal
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 135 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 4 mg
