Easy Fried Ice Cream is a fun and delicious dessert that combines the joy of ice cream with a crunchy, sweet coating. This treat is perfect for hot summer days or whenever you’re in the mood for something special. It brings the excitement of a fairground treat right into your kitchen!
Why Make This Recipe
You should make this Easy Fried Ice Cream because it is simple to prepare, and it gives a delightful twist to your regular ice cream. The crispy corn flakes and spicy cinnamon coating makes it extra tasty. Plus, who can resist the fun of deep-fried ice cream? It’s sure to impress your friends and family!
How to Make Easy Fried Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 5 cups corn flakes (crushed into small pieces)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 container vanilla ice cream (48 ounces)
Directions:
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add in the crushed corn flakes, cinnamon, and sugar to the skillet. Stir everything together.
- Cook for 4-6 minutes or until the corn flakes are toasted.
- Remove from the skillet and transfer to a bowl.
- Scoop out one cup of ice cream and roll it into a ball, repeating this until you have about 8 ice cream balls.
- Place the ice cream balls on a baking sheet and freeze for one hour.
- After freezing, remove the ice cream balls and roll them in the corn flake mixture.
- Put them back on the baking sheet and freeze for another 30 minutes to an hour or until they are solidified.
- Top with desired toppings before serving.
How to Serve Easy Fried Ice Cream
Serve Easy Fried Ice Cream on a plate, with your favorite toppings. You can add chocolate sauce, whipped cream, cherries, or even nuts for added flavor and texture. Enjoy this delightful dessert right after serving while the outer layer stays crispy!
How to Store Easy Fried Ice Cream
You can store any leftover Easy Fried Ice Cream in an airtight container in the freezer. Make sure to separate layers with wax paper to avoid sticking. It can last for up to a week in the freezer. Re-freezing is okay, but the texture may change slightly.
Tips to Make Easy Fried Ice Cream
- Make sure to roll the ice cream balls tightly so they hold their shape while freezing.
- Let the ice cream sit out for about 5 minutes before rolling them to ensure they are slightly soft but still firm.
- Experiment with different toppings and flavors of ice cream to create your own version of this dessert.
Variation
You can use different cereals instead of corn flakes, like crushed frosted flakes or Rice Krispies, for a different taste. Additionally, try using other flavors of ice cream, such as chocolate or strawberry, to switch things up!
FAQs
Q: Can I use other types of ice cream?
A: Yes! You can use any flavor of ice cream you like, such as chocolate, strawberry, or even mint.
Q: How can I make this dessert dairy-free?
A: Use a non-dairy ice cream made from almond milk or coconut milk, and substitute the butter with a dairy-free alternative.
Q: Can I make this dessert in advance?
A: Yes! You can prepare the ice cream balls and freeze them ahead of time. Just coat them in the corn flake mixture right before serving.
Easy Fried Ice Cream
Ingredients
For the Corn Flake Coating
- 1/4 cup butter Melted
- 5 cups corn flakes Crushed into small pieces
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon sugar
For the Ice Cream
- 1 container vanilla ice cream 48 ounces
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add in the crushed corn flakes, cinnamon, and sugar to the skillet. Stir everything together.
- Cook for 4-6 minutes or until the corn flakes are toasted.
- Remove from the skillet and transfer to a bowl.
- Scoop out one cup of ice cream and roll it into a ball, repeating until you have about 8 ice cream balls.
- Place the ice cream balls on a baking sheet and freeze for one hour.
- After freezing, remove the ice cream balls and roll them in the corn flake mixture.
- Put them back on the baking sheet and freeze for another 30 minutes to an hour or until they are solidified.
Serving
- Serve Easy Fried Ice Cream on a plate, topped with your favorite toppings such as chocolate sauce, whipped cream, cherries, or nuts.
