Description

This Fried Ice Cream Dessert Casserole is a delightful layered treat combining toasted cinnamon cornflakes, creamy vanilla ice cream, and a luscious topping of whipped cream, honey, and maraschino cherries. No frying is needed; instead, this recipe utilizes an oven to toast the cornflakes for added crunch and warmth before assembling the frozen dessert. Perfect for gatherings, it serves 16 and offers a whimsical take on the classic fried ice cream flavor in an easy-to-serve casserole form.

Ingredients

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For the Cornflake Coating

¾ cup unsalted butter
3 cups Corn Flakes cereal, crushed
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup sugar

For the Ice Cream Layer

9 cups vanilla ice cream

Toppings

4 cups whipped cream
½ cup honey
12 maraschino cherries, with stems

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Instructions

Prepare the Cornflake Coating: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the crushed corn flakes and ground cinnamon, and stir frequently for 6-8 minutes until the corn flakes toast to a golden brown. Remove from heat and mix in the sugar thoroughly.
Assemble the Casserole: Spread half of the toasted cornflake mixture evenly at the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Scoop the vanilla ice cream over this layer and use a knife or offset spatula to spread it evenly across the dish.
Top with Cornflakes: Sprinkle the remaining toasted cornflake mixture evenly over the surface of the ice cream layer to create a crunchy topping.
Freeze the Casserole: Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or foil and freeze the casserole for a minimum of 4 hours, or until the ice cream is firm enough to slice cleanly.
Serve: Cut the frozen casserole into slices. Top each piece with a generous dollop of whipped cream, a drizzle of honey, and garnish with a maraschino cherry on top for a festive and flavorful presentation.

Notes

For best results, ensure the cornflakes are well toasted to add a rich, nutty flavor and satisfying crunch.
If the ice cream becomes too hard after freezing, allow slices to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving to soften slightly.
Variations can include using different ice cream flavors or adding chopped nuts to the cornflake mixture for extra texture.
This dessert should be kept frozen until just before serving to maintain the ideal texture and temperature contrast.