Air Fryer Fried Ice Cream
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Air Fryer Fried Ice Cream
Description
Air Fryer Fried Ice Cream combines the cold creaminess of vanilla ice cream with a distinctive crunchy exterior created by a coating of flour and crushed cinnamon cereal. The process involves shaping the ice cream into large scoops, freezing them thoroughly, then rolling them first in flour, then in egg whites, and finally in the cereal crumbs before freezing again to set the coating. Cooking in the air fryer for a very brief time crisps the coating without melting the ice cream inside.
The quick air frying at 350°F crisps the cereal coating, creating a textural contrast between the hot exterior and frozen interior. This method avoids the traditional deep frying, allowing for a cleaner, less oily dessert.
Serve immediately after air frying to enjoy the juxtaposition of crispy shell and cold ice cream center. This treat can be a novel finish to casual dinners or a fun indulgence for gatherings.
The notes mention that nutritional information is approximate and dependent on the exact ingredients and portions used, so adjust expectations accordingly.
Ingredients
- 48 oz vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 cup flour
- 3 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal
- 3 egg white
Instructions
To Prep:
- Form ice cream into scoops about 1 cup in size. Place scoops in a muffin tin and put pan in freezer for 1 hour.
- Roll each ice cream ball in flour and put back in freezer for additional hour.
- Crush cereal into crumbs and whisk egg whites until foamy. Dip each ice cream ball in egg whites, then roll in the cereal crumbs until fully coated. Place back in freezer for 4 hours, or overnight.
To Cook:
- Heat air fryer to 350°F and line the basket with foil.
- Place ice cream ball in air fryer and cook for 2 minutes, one at a time.
- Enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 565 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 565kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 73g | 24% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 309mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 510mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 50g | 100% |
| Vitamin A | 1205IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 294mg | 29% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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