Fried Ice Cream

Directions

1. 1
   With an ice cream scoop, form 4 large balls of ice cream.
2. 2
   Place on a waxed paper lined sheet and cover with plastic wrap.
3. 3
   Freeze for at least 2 hours.
4. 4
   In a bowl, combine the cornflake crumbs with either the coconut, walnuts or cookie crumbs (or any combination).
5. 5
   Spread the mixture in a shallow dish.
6. 6
   Dip the ice cream balls in the crumb mixture and freeze for 30 minutes.
7. 7
   In a bowl, beat the eggs and sugar.
8. 8
   Dip the coated ice cream balls into the eggs, then roll in the crumb mixture, coating completely.
9. 9
   Freeze for 1 hour.
10. 10
    (If necessary, or for a thicker crust, roll again in eggs and crumbs until the balls are completely coated.)
11. 11
    Heat the oil in a large pot or fryer to 400 degrees F. One at a time, lower the balls into the oil and fry until golden brown, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
12. 12
    Remove from the oil and place in a dessert bowl.
13. 13
    Drizzle with chocolate sauce and whipped cream, as desired.
14. 14
    Repeat with the remaining ice cream.