Delight in these homemade chocolate peanut ice cream cones, a fun and delicious treat for all ages.
Place a small amount of peanuts into the bottom of each waffle cone.
Adding peanuts at the bottom prevents ice cream from dripping out.
Melt the chocolate chips and shortening together in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
Heat in short intervals to avoid burning the chocolate.
Dip the top edge of each cone into the melted chocolate, then into the peanuts.
Ensure an even coating for a professional look.
Fill each cone with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, pressing gently to secure.
Use a firm scoop of ice cream to maintain shape.
Place the cones on a freezer-safe tray and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.
Freezing ensures the ice cream stays firm and the chocolate sets properly.