Ingredients

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/3 cup sugar1 egg1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips36 ice cream cake cones (about 3 inches tall)FROSTING:1/2 cup shortening3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 to 5 tablespoons milkSprinkles

Preparation

Prepare cake mix according to package directions; set aside. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg and vanilla until smooth; stir in chocolate chips.

Place ice-cream cones in muffin cups. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of cake batter into each cone; top with a rounded teaspoon of cream cheese mixture. Fill with remaining batter to within 3/4 in. of top.

Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

In a small bowl, beat the shortening, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add enough milk to achieve spreading consistency. Frost tops of cooled cones and top with sprinkles.