Summer wouldn't be the same without this treat.
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There are two ice cream shops within walking distance of our house, and my family acts like it's their duty to keep both in business. My kids ask for ice cream with the same frequency most people check their phones, and my husband rarely says no to a cone. I love treating them to a scoop or two on occasion, but dropping $20 for four cones a few times a week adds up fast. It's fun, but certainly not something we can swing all summer.
That's why George & Tom's Sugar Cones from the Dollar Tree are one of my summer must-haves. For just $1.25, I get a dozen crispy sugar cones, which I use to transform my kitchen into our own little ice cream parlor. This is my second year stocking up on the cones, and they've become one of my most practical seasonal pantry staples—right up there with sunscreen and watermelon.
Dollar Tree's George & Tom's Sugar Cones
- Price: $1.25 for a 12-pack
- Why I Love Them: My family is obsessed with ice cream, so this makes a weekly treat much more affordable.
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Why I Love Dollar Tree's Sugar Cones
I must admit, there's something about eating ice cream from a cone that hits differently than when it's served in a bowl. I love that my kids light up whenever I bring out the box of Dollar Tree's cones. They're the perfect complement to any flavor of ice cream without competing for attention.
Whether we're doing classic vanilla, fruity strawberry, or my daughter's current obsession, s'mores, they make even the most basic (or bougie on a budget) grocery store ice cream feel like a proper treat.
Beyond being a vessel for ice cream, I like to crush them up as a crunchy topping for sundaes. And my youngest loves it when I use them as edible serving cups for fresh fruit and berries because a healthy snack suddenly becomes a lot more fun. One minor drawback is that sometimes there's a broken one in the box, but I see those as an opportunity to make myself a sundae.
They've become my go-to for turning an everyday treat into something more memorable–and without any added fuss or expense. Whether it's a simple Tuesday night treat or a sweet ending to a backyard barbecue, pulling out cones instead of cups or bowls instantly turns it into a quintessential summertime experience.
At $1.25 for a dozen cones versus $5 per cone at our local shops, the math is pretty compelling. These cones give us the freedom to say "yes" to ice cream a little more often without the stress of the added cost, and honestly, that's worth way more than the dollar and change I spend on each box.
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