Fried Ice Cream recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMatador BoiseFried Ice Cream Recipe

Fried Ice Cream Recipe

Inspired by Matador Boise
Time3h
Serves4

Toasted coconut, whipped cream, reposado dulce de leche, cinnamon

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Ingredients

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Fried Ice Cream Ingredients

Method

Fried Ice Cream Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ice Cream

    Scoop the vanilla ice cream into 4 equal balls and place them on a baking sheet. Freeze for at least 2 hours to ensure they are firm.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Coating

    In a large bowl, crush the cornflakes and mix in the shredded coconut, sugar, and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.

  3. 3

    Coat the Ice Cream Balls

    Take the frozen ice cream balls and dip them into the flour, then into the egg mixture, and finally coat them in the cornflake and coconut mixture. Repeat this process to double coat each ball.

  4. 4

    Freeze Again

    Place the coated ice cream balls back in the freezer for at least 1 hour to firm up.

  5. 5

    Fry the Ice Cream

    Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry each ice cream ball for about 10-15 seconds or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Drizzle with dulce de leche, top with whipped cream, and serve immediately while still crunchy on the outside and cold on the inside.

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