Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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1
servings
4 tbsp

sugar

1 tbsp

cinnamon

1 cup

Team Flakes

crushed

1 piece

ice cream

large ball

1 piece

maraschino cherries

for garnish

2 tbsp

whipped cream

for serving

Step 1
~20 min

Combine sugar and cinnamon in a dish.

Step 2
~20 min

Place Team Flakes in a Ziploc bag and crush them into crumbs.

Step 3
~20 min

Take a large ball of ice cream and roll it in the sugar mixture.

Step 4
~20 min

Roll the sugar-coated ice cream ball in the Team Flakes crumbs.

Step 5
~20 min

Place the coated ice cream ball in the freezer until hard (at least 2 hours).

Step 6
~20 min

Heat a deep fat fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Step 7
~20 min

Carefully drop the frozen ice cream ball into the hot oil for only 3 to 4 seconds.

Step 8
~20 min

Remove the fried ice cream and drain on a paper towel for 5 seconds.

Step 9
~20 min

Serve immediately with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry on top.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the ice cream is very firm before frying to prevent it from melting too quickly.

Work quickly when frying to maintain the temperature difference between the crust and the ice cream.

Don't overcrowd fryer to maintain proper cooking temp.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can prepare ice cream balls ahead of time and freeze. Fry right before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cinnamon and frying)
Noise Level
Moderate (frying)
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after frying.

Can be served with a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spicy Mexican dishes to balance the sweetness.
Fruit salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico (inspired)

Cultural Significance

A popular dessert adaptation found in many Mexican restaurants in the US.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Mexican Independence Day

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100

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