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Fried Mexican Ice Cream: A Crispy, Creamy Delight

Crispy cinnamon-coated ice cream balls with a creamy interior, drizzled with honey and toppings for a sweet and satisfying dessert. A fun twist on tradition, perfect for sharing!
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time3 hours 15 minutes
Course: Desserts & Sweets
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Author: Samantha Jones

Ingredients

  • 4 scoops vanilla ice cream (about 1 cup each)
  • 3 cups crushed frosted corn flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons honey (optional)
  • Whipped topping (optional)
  • Chocolate syrup (optional)
  • 4 maraschino cherries (optional)

Instructions

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Scoop 4 large balls of ice cream (1 cup each) onto the tray.
  • Freeze for 1 hour until firm.
  • In a bowl, mix crushed frosted corn flakes with 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
  • Roll frozen ice cream balls in the cereal mixture, pressing gently.
  • Return to the freezer and freeze for 2 more hours.
  • Before serving, drizzle with honey, add whipped topping, chocolate syrup, and cherries.
  • Serve immediately while crisp.

Notes

Work quickly to coat ice cream before it melts.
Store in the freezer until ready to serve.
Adjust toppings as desired for personalized flair.