Fried Ice Cream

Directions

1. 1
   Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking sheet.
2. 2
   Scoop the ice cream into 2-inch balls and freeze on prepared baking sheet for a least 2 hours.
3. 3
   Lightly beat the egg whites in a medium bowl.
4. 4
   Put the crushed cereal in a separate medium bowl.
5. 5
   Dip a frozen ice cream ball into egg whites and then roll in the crushed cereal and return to the baking sheet.
6. 6
   Repeat the procedure with the remaining ice cream balls, egg whites, and cereal.
7. 7
   Put the baking sheet into the freezer and freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight.
8. 8
   *Cook's Note: For extra crispiness, dip the coated ice cream balls again into the egg whites, and reroll in the crushed cereal
9. 9
   In a large Dutch oven or fryer, pour vegetable oil to a depth of 4 inches and heat to 375 degrees F.
10. 10
    Fry the ice cream balls, in batches if necessary, until golden, about 1 minute.
11. 11
    Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
12. 12
    Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately with optional garnishes, if desired.