Mexican Fried Ice Cream π²π½π¦
A crunchy, cinnamon-sugar-coated scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, drizzled with honey and chocolate syrup, topped with whipped cream and a cherry—this Mexican Ice Cream is an irresistible treat that combines warm, crispy textures with cold, creamy indulgence!
π Ingredients
- π¦ 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
- π½ 3 cups crushed frosted corn flakes
- πΏ 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- π― 3 tbsp honey
- π¦ Whipped topping (as desired)
- π« Chocolate syrup (for drizzling)
- π 4 maraschino cherries (for garnish)
π Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ice Cream Scoops
- Scoop 4 balls of vanilla ice cream and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
Step 2: Make the Crunchy Coating
- In a large bowl, combine the crushed frosted corn flakes and ground cinnamon. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture onto a plate for easy coating.
Step 3: Coat the Ice Cream
- Remove the ice cream scoops from the freezer.
- Roll each scoop in the crushed corn flakes mixture, pressing gently to coat well.
- For an extra thick, crunchy layer, you can dip the coated ice cream balls in honey, then roll them in the corn flakes again.
- Place the coated ice cream scoops back in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!
- Drizzle the coated ice cream with honey and chocolate syrup.
- Add a generous dollop of whipped topping on each scoop.
- Top with a maraschino cherry for the perfect finishing touch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this crunchy, creamy, and sweet delight!
π Optional Variations
πͺ Crunchy Twist: Try using crushed graham crackers, Oreos, or toasted coconut for a unique coating.
π₯ Deep-Fried Version: If you want authentic fried ice cream, quickly fry the coated ice cream in hot oil (375°F/190°C) for 2-3 seconds, then drain and serve.
π Citrus Drizzle: Swap chocolate syrup for dulce de leche, caramel sauce, or orange zest-infused honey.
π½ Serving Tip
Enjoy your Mexican Ice Cream with a warm churro or a crispy cinnamon tortilla for an extra indulgent dessert experience! ππ¨
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