Summer days call for cool treats, and our Frosty Pudding Cones fit the bill perfectly. These frosty cones are a delightful way to end a meal or enjoy a midday treat. They are simple to make and can be prepared in advance, making them an ideal option for parties and get-togethers. The recipe for these cones is quite straightforward, involving just a handful of ingredients, including sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, fruit yogurt, whipped cream, and sugar cones. The key to the creamy texture of the pudding is the combination of sweetened condensed milk and yogurt, while the lemon juice adds a touch of tanginess that enhances the flavor. The whipped cream topping provides a light and fluffy contrast to the dense and creamy pudding. These Frosty Pudding Cones are not just delicious but also visually appealing, adding a touch of whimsy and fun to any occasion. They are versatile too! You can experiment with different flavors of yogurt to suit your taste. So, why wait? Delight your tastebuds with these refreshing Frosty Pudding Cones!
Ingredients
- 2/3 c. sweetened condensed milk
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 6 sugar cones (the hard type)
- 1/2 c. whipped cream or Cool Whip
- 8 oz. fruit yogurt
Freezing Process
- In a mixing bowl, combine milk and lemon juice. Mix well.
- Add yogurt.
- Mix well.
- Spoon mixture into cones.
- Set upright in glasses or jars and place in freezer.
- Freeze 3 hours.
- Top each cone with 1 tablespoon whipped topping.
- Serves 6.
Calorie: 250
Total cooking time:3 hours 15 minutes
Difficulty level: Easy
The Tale of Frosty Pudding Cones: A Chilly Comedy of Errors
The Beginning: As Simple As Milk and Lemon
Believe it or not, this all started with 2/3 cup of sweetened condensed milk and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Now, I know what you’re thinking: “That’s a weird combination!” Trust me, I thought the same thing. But there’s something about the creamy sweetness of the condensed milk mixing with the tangy citrus burst of the lemon juice that just works. It’s like a culinary odd couple, and their oddball interactions are the key to our frosty concoctions. So, into the mixing bowl they went.
The Yogurt Plot Twist
Just when you think you’ve got the plot figured out, here comes the twist: 8 ounces of fruit yogurt. Any flavor will do, folks! I chose strawberry because, well, I had it in the fridge and it was about to expire. After adding the yogurt to the milk and lemon juice, I mixed everything together until the kitchen started to feel like an episode of a low-budget cooking show.
A Cone-y Island of Dreams
Next came the sugar cones – the hard type, not the waffle kind. These are going to be the vessels for our frosty treat. I started spooning the mixture into the cones and let me tell you, it was a messy endeavor. I swear I lost half of the mixture to the kitchen counter. By the end of it, I could have sworn the cones were laughing at me.
The Freezer: The Land of Winter and Wobbly Cones
Now, the tricky part: getting these cones to stay upright in the freezer. I ended up using glasses, jars, even a rogue flower vase to keep them standing. It was like playing a game of culinary Jenga. After three hours of anxious waiting and intermittent laughter at the absurdity of it all, they were finally ready.
The Whipped Cream Finale
With the cones nice and frosty, it was time for the whipped cream. Now, I’m not talking about just any whipped cream, I’m talking about Cool Whip. Using a tablespoon, I added a dollop on top of each cone. It felt like I was placing a cherry on top of a sundae or a star on a Christmas tree.
The End Result: A Frosty Feast for Six
And there you have it folks, Frosty Pudding Cones for six! Who knew that a simple combination of condensed milk, lemon juice, fruit yogurt, and a dollop of whipped cream could create such a delightful treat? It was a messy, hilarious journey, filled with laughs and a few mishaps, but the end result was worth it – an icy treat that’s a testament to culinary creativity and resilience. Or just a testament to what happens when you let a clumsy food blogger play in the kitchen. Either way, it was a day well spent!
