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Fried Ice Cream Recipe

This recipe is gluten free.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 quart vanilla ice cream
  • 3 cups crushed cornflakes
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 egg whites
  • 2 quarts oil for frying
  • Honey (optional)
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • Maraschino cherries (optional)

Instructions 

  1. Scoop ice cream into 8 balls. Freeze until firm, about 1 hour.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine cornflakes, coconut, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.
  4. Roll ice cream balls in egg whites, then in cornflake mixture, pressing to coat. Freeze until firm, 3 hours.
  5. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Fry ice cream balls until golden, 10-15 seconds. Drain quickly on paper towels.
  7. Serve immediately, drizzled with honey, and topped with whipped cream and cherries if desired.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

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