How to Make Fried Ice Cream

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 ice cream into balls about 2 inches in size and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Freeze the ice cream balls for 30 minutes to firm them up.

Crack eggs and separate the whites into a bowl, discarding the yolks.

Add 1 teaspoon of sugar to the egg whites and mix.

Crush 2 cups of cornflakes until finely crushed and place in a bowl.

Add 2 teaspoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon to the crushed cornflakes and mix well.

Take a scoop of ice cream and coat it in the crushed cornflakes, pressing it back into a round shape.

Dip the coated ice cream ball into the egg whites to help the coating stick, then coat it again in the cornflakes.

Place the coated ice cream balls back on the baking sheet and repeat the process for all ice cream balls.

Freeze the coated ice cream balls for 3 hours or up to 3 days until rock-hard solid.

Prepare fresh whipped cream by mixing heavy cream with powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla until soft peaks form.

Heat 3 inches of vegetable oil in a small pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 360°F.

Carefully place one or two ice cream balls into the hot oil and deep fry for 8 to 10 seconds until golden brown.

If the oil doesn't cover the ice cream completely, flip it halfway through frying.

Remove the fried ice cream with a spider or slotted spoon and drain excess oil on a plate.

Serve immediately with a drizzle of chocolate sauce, a dollop of whipped cream, a maraschino cherry, and sprinkles.

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