You've Got to Try This Deep Fried Ice Cream for Dessert | Eat This Now | Better Homes & Gardens

cornflakes

🥗Healthier: crushed nuts

💰Cheaper: puffed rice

Crushed nuts add crunch while reducing sugar.

ice cream

🥗Healthier: frozen yogurt

💰Cheaper: store-brand ice cream

Frozen yogurt lowers calories and fat.

chocolate sauce

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate sauce

💰Cheaper: chocolate syrup

Dark chocolate sauce offers richer flavor.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut whipped cream

💰Cheaper: store-brand whipped topping

Coconut whipped cream is dairy-free.

Scoop vanilla ice cream into balls and freeze until solid, about 2 hours.

Crush cornflakes into small pieces and place in a bowl.

In another bowl, mix flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.

In a third bowl, whisk eggs with vanilla extract until combined.

Remove ice cream balls from the freezer.

Dip each ice cream ball into the egg mixture, then roll in the flour mixture, and finally coat with crushed cornflakes.

Return coated ice cream balls to the freezer for 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F.

Fry the ice cream balls in batches until golden brown, about 30 seconds.

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Serve immediately topped with whipped cream, chocolate sauce, cherries, and chopped nuts.

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