Description
Mexican fried ice cream is a delicious dessert that combines the creaminess of ice cream with a crispy coating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup cornflakes, crushed
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Chocolate sauce for drizzling
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Shape the ice cream into balls and freeze for at least 4 hours.
- In a bowl, mix crushed cornflakes, coconut, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat the egg and mix with milk.
- Dip each ice cream ball in flour, then egg mixture, and finally in the cornflake mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the coated ice cream balls until golden brown, about 30 seconds.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately topped with chocolate sauce and whipped cream.
Notes
- Ensure ice cream is very firm before frying.
- Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: fried ice cream, dessert, Mexican dessert