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Mexican Fried Ice Cream Recipe

Mexican Fried Ice Cream Recipe

Savor the crispy, golden exterior and the cool, creamy center of Fried Ice Cream. Despite its seemingly complex name, this dessert is surprisingly simple to make and promises a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. With just a handful of ingredients and a bit of frying magic, you can create a dessert that’s sure to impress.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 1 People
Calories 327 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 scoops of vanilla ice cream
  • 2 cups cornflakes, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2  tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2  large eggs
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions
 

  • Preparation:
    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
    Place the scoops of vanilla ice cream onto the prepared baking sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
  • Coating:
    In a shallow dish, combine the crushed cornflakes, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar. Mix well.
    In another shallow dish, lightly beat the eggs.
  • Coating the Ice Cream:
    Remove the frozen scoops of vanilla ice cream from the freezer.
    Roll each scoop of ice cream in the crushed cornflake mixture until evenly coated, pressing gently to adhere.
    Dip each coated ice cream ball into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is completely coated.
    Roll the coated ice cream balls once again in the crushed cornflake mixture, pressing gently to coat thoroughly.
    Place the coated ice cream balls back onto the baking sheet and return to the freezer for another 15-20 minutes to firm up.
  • Frying:
    In a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
    Carefully lower the coated ice cream balls into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or frying basket, one at a time.
    Fry the ice cream balls for about 20-30 seconds, or until golden brown and crispy. Be sure to work quickly to prevent the ice cream from melting.
    Remove the fried ice cream balls from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
  • Serving:
    Transfer the fried ice cream balls to serving plates.
    Drizzle with honey, chocolate syrup, or your favorite toppings.
    Garnish with whipped cream and maraschino cherries, if desired.
    Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful contrast of crispy and creamy textures!

Notes

With just a few simple steps, you can create a restaurant-worthy Fried Ice Cream dessert right in your own kitchen. Whether served as a special treat for guests or as a fun family dessert, this recipe is sure to be a hit!