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Crispy Fried Ice Cream Balls Recipe Easy Cinnamon Cornflake Crust Treats

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Crispy fried ice cream balls with a cinnamon-spiced cornflake crust create a delightful contrast of hot, crunchy exterior and cold, creamy interior. This quick and easy dessert is perfect for entertaining and uses simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • Vanilla ice cream (full-fat recommended)
  • 2 cups crushed cornflakes
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • Vegetable oil (canola or sunflower) for frying
  • Optional toppings: honey, chocolate sauce, powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Scoop the ice cream into 1.5-inch balls using a small ice cream scoop or spoon. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze solid for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  2. Prepare coating stations: beat eggs in one bowl; mix crushed cornflakes, cinnamon, and sugar in another; place flour in a third bowl.
  3. Lightly dust each frozen ice cream ball with flour, dip in beaten eggs, then roll in the cinnamon cornflake mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Repeat the egg and cornflake coating for extra crunch. Place coated balls back on parchment and freeze for 1 hour.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C), maintaining temperature with a thermometer.
  5. Carefully lower coated ice cream balls into hot oil in small batches using a slotted spoon. Fry for 20-30 seconds, turning gently until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding.
  6. Remove fried balls with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with optional honey, chocolate sauce, or powdered sugar.

Notes

Freeze ice cream balls solid before coating and frying to prevent melting. Double coating the balls adds extra crunch. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to avoid burning or melting. Baking is an alternative but results in less crispy crust.

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