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Crispy Mexican Fried Ice Cream Recipe

Crispy Mexican Fried Ice Cream Recipe


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4.5 from 13 reviews

  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 5 1x

Description

Paloma’s Mexican Fried Ice Cream blends crispy cinnamon-coated vanilla ice cream with sweet caramel and chocolate drizzles. Crunchy corn flake coating and whipped cream complete this delightful dessert that celebrates traditional Mexican flavors.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 large scoops vanilla ice cream
  • 2 cups (480 ml) corn flakes, crushed
  • 3 tbsps (45 ml) granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsps (30 ml) unsalted butter, melted
  • whipped cream
  • hot fudge sauce
  • maraschino cherries

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Form four robust ice cream spheres using an ice cream scoop, arranging them on a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for three hours until completely solidified.
  2. Crumb Creation: Heat a skillet and melt butter until golden. Blend crushed corn flakes and cinnamon, stirring consistently to achieve a uniform toasted mixture with a rich, aromatic profile. Cool the crumb mixture to room temperature.
  3. Coating Process: Mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow dish. Remove frozen ice cream spheres from freezer. Gently roll each sphere first through the cinnamon-sugar mixture, then carefully encase with the toasted corn flake crumble, pressing gently to ensure complete coverage.
  4. Serving: Transfer the coated ice cream spheres to serving plates. Embellish each dessert with a generous dollop of whipped cream, drizzle hot fudge sauce, and crown with a vibrant maraschino cherry. Serve immediately to maintain the delightful temperature and textural contrast.

Notes

  • Freeze Firmly: Ensure ice cream spheres are rock-solid before coating to prevent melting during the breading process.
  • Crisp Coating Technique: Toast corn flakes carefully to achieve a golden, crunchy texture without burning; stir constantly for even browning.
  • Quick Assembly Strategy: Work swiftly when coating ice cream to maintain its frozen state and prevent premature melting.
  • Temperature Control: Serve immediately after coating to preserve the crisp exterior and cold, creamy interior contrast.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 46 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg