Fried Ice Cream Dessert

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Fried Ice Cream Dessert is a fun and irresistible treat that combines the crispy crunch of a sweet coating with the creamy, cold center of vanilla ice cream. It gives you all the magic of classic fried ice cream without the mess of deep frying. Perfect for parties, celebrations, or a special family treat, this easy dessert delivers texture, flavor, and a wow factor in every bite.

Ingredients

this Recipe

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

For the dessert:

• Vanilla ice cream
• Cornflakes cereal (crushed)
• Cinnamon
• Granulated sugar
• Butter

Optional toppings:

• Whipped cream
• Chocolate syrup
• Honey or caramel drizzle
• Maraschino cherries

Directions

1. Scoop the vanilla ice cream into firm balls and place them on a baking sheet. Freeze for at least 1 hour until very firm.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the crushed cornflakes, cinnamon, and sugar, stirring constantly until the mixture is golden and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
3. Let the cornflake mixture cool completely.
4. Roll the frozen ice cream balls in the cooled cornflake mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the coating.
5. Return the coated ice cream balls to the freezer for at least another hour until very firm.
6. When ready to serve, top with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, honey, or caramel, and a cherry if desired.

Servings and Timing

This recipe makes about 6 servings.
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Freezing time: 2 hours
Total time: 2 hours 15 minutes

Variations

• Use cinnamon ice cream or dulce de leche ice cream for a flavor twist.
• Add crushed peanuts or coconut flakes to the cornflake coating for extra texture.
• Swap cornflakes with crushed churro cereal or graham crackers for a different crunch.

Storage/Reheating

Store the coated, unfried ice cream balls in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
No reheating needed—serve frozen and add toppings just before serving.

FAQs

Can I use a different cereal for coating?
Yes, crushed graham crackers, frosted flakes, or even crispy rice cereal work great.

Is this really fried?
In this version, the cereal is toasted in butter, giving a fried flavor without deep frying.

Can I make these ahead of time?
Absolutely! Coat and freeze the ice cream balls until ready to serve.

Can I deep fry the ice cream?
For true fried ice cream, you would coat the balls with a thicker batter and deep fry quickly, but this no-fry method is easier and safer.

What toppings go best with fried ice cream?
Chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, whipped cream, honey, fresh berries, or nuts are all delicious options.

Conclusion

Fried Ice Cream Dessert is a delightful way to bring a little extra excitement to the table. With its creamy, crunchy texture and sweet cinnamon flavor, this easy no-fry version captures all the fun without the hassle. Perfect for any celebration, it’s a memorable treat that both kids and adults will love!

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