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Deep Fried Choc Chip Ice Cream Buns

  • Serves 6
  • Difficulty Medium

Our Choc Chip Hot Cross Buns just got a whole lot better with this Deep Fried Ice Cream recipe. This indulgent dessert puts a twist on classic fried ice cream recipes, set to wow your guests. Serve with cream and cherries for a delicious combo that will delight your taste buds. Better yet, pair this delicious combo together for the ultimate Easter treat.

Ingredients

Ingredients

6 Bakers Delight Choc Chip Hot Cross Buns, halved
1 lt vanilla ice cream
Vegetable oil for frying
Whipped cream, for garnish
Fresh cherries, for garnish

Method

    1. Step 1

      Line a tray with baking paper and set aside. Using an ice cream scoop, set 6 scoops of ice cream onto the tray and place in the freezer for 1 hour

    2. Step 2

      In the meantime, place 1 Hot Cross Bun halve between two pieces of glad wrap. Using a rolling pin, roll out to half a centimetre thick. Remove 1 side of the wrap and set aside. Repeat this step with all Hot Cross Bun halves

    3. Step 3

      Working quickly, remove the ice cream from the freezer and place a ball onto the base half of a Hot Cross Bun. Place the top of the hot cross bun onto the ice cream, leaving the glad wrap in place. Cup between hands to make a ball. Twist the sides of the wrap and place back in freezer. Repeat with all Hot Cross Buns and leave in freezer for 2 hours

    4. Step 4

      Fill a small saucepan halfway with vegetable oil and place over a medium heat. Bring the oil to 190°C, checking regularly with a candy thermometer. Remove wrap from around each ice cream ball, one at a time gently lower into oil with a slotted spoon and cook for 15 seconds

    5. Step 5

      Using the slotted spoon, remove each ice cream ball from the oil and place on kitchen paper. Repeat with remaining Hot Cross Buns

    6. Step 6

      Place on serving plates, garnish with cream and cherries. Serve immediately

FAQs

What is fried ice cream made of?

Fried ice cream is typically made of a ball of ice cream that’s coated in a batter and then deep-fried. The batter mixture can differ from recipe to recipe – from flour to bread crumbs and even hot cross buns!

How do you deep fry ice cream without it melting?

The key to making fried ice cream without it melting is to make sure you have a big enough scoop. This ensures that when it’s fried, the ice won’t melt too quickly. You’ll also want to work quickly with fried ice cream, ensuring you don’t leave it out for too long during preparation.

Can you refreeze fried ice cream?

Generally, you should try to avoid refreezing fried ice cream after frying it. Freezing it again can cause the texture to become icy or even soggy.