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Unfried Ice Cream a new spin on a childhood treat!.

May 19, 2013 by Tania 22 Comments

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Unfried Iceceam with Caramel

Unfried Ice ceam with Caramel

Unfried Ice cream a new spin on a childhood treat

.A classic from my childhood. Of course there was no such “unfried” version then. Β There is now so eat and enjoy….

Coconut caramel and Unfrie

Coconut caramel and Unfried Ice Cream

When I was a kid living in Toongabbie, out where there were vegetable gardens and we were surrounded by Italians andΒ MalteseΒ there were few exotic things. Most of our neighbours kept traditional foods to themselves. We lived next door to our Nana, born and bred in Hull, England. She adhered strictly to her English roots. Our next door neighbours were Polish and spoke no English but in the houses across the road there lived an Italian caterer, who came and went with trucks and large trays of food that we imagined were probably exotic. Β On his other side was my friend Julianna whose parents wereΒ UkrainianΒ . Their kitchen always smelled of cabbage as far as I was concerned, this was a vegetable that was not welcome at our table. They madeΒ enormousΒ pots of soup containing chicken and yes, cabbage, and a rich cake who’s ingredients included a pound of butter a pound of sugar and close enough to 2 pound of flour. There were big sugary fluffy fried doughnuts filled with jam and I was encouraged to eat.

They had leather lounges and the chairs spun around. More than once we made ourselves sick taking turns to spin ourselves around. We jumped on the beds with crisp white sheets and big fluffy duck down doonas. WeΒ preferredΒ her brother Jerry’s bedroom for this activity because he had a huge Queen size bed.

Unfried icecream with cocnut caramel

Unfried ice cream with coconut caramel

There were no Chinese living around us. The only Chinese in town owned the Chinese restaurant. We never went to that one though, we always went “upmarket” to the Golden Dragon in the next town. ( about 20 minutes away). Β After ordering the same things each time ( Chicken Chow Mein, Fried rice, Sweet and Sour Pork and Beef in Black bean sauce), we were allowed fried ice cream. Β There was anΒ unbearableΒ wait for this and it came with strawberry syrup or chocolate sauce.

Crunchy and fresh

Crunchy and fresh

Here is a non fried and surprisingly good version of these childhood treats. I saw this on skinnytaste .Β Skater had a try with chocolate sauce and declared them the real deal. Unfortunately he wouldn’t eat more than one because they had touched a bit of caramel sauce!!

special K

special K

 

The K

The K

Crushing

Crushing

 

Crushed and ready to go

Crushed and ready to go

 

ce cream balls

ce cream balls

 

Shaping

Shaping

 

Rolling

Rolling

Pop into the freezer

Pop into the freezer

With chcolate sauce

With chcolate sauce

Unfried and Glorious

Unfried and Glorious

Inside the Unfried

Inside the Unfried

Unfried Ice Cream

The best "unfried icecream" you will ever eat. Make them ahead and surprise everyone. Serve with chocolate sauce or raspberry sauce , it's up to you. I thought I'd carry the Asian theme and make coconut caramel. this is based on a recipe by skinnytaste.com
5 from 3 votes
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Course Dessert
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 1 litre Ice Cream A nice heavy creamy brand or if you like frozen yoghurt
  • 3 cups special K approx 1 for each 2-3 balls of ice cream
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional
  • 1 ziplock bag

Caramel Sauce

  • 250 gm dark coconut sugar
  • 200 ml Kara coconut cream (or thick unsweetened coconut cream or thickened heavy dairy cream)
  • 60 ml water
  • 40 ml lemon Juice

Instructions
 

  • Soften the icecream slightly. Using an ice cream scoop make as many round balls as possible and put onto a tray and freeze 1-3 hours is best.
  • Crush the special K in a zip lock bag till very fine using a rolling pin. You can do this in a processor but make sure the crumbs are not too fine. They need to be crunchy. Add the cinnamon and mix well. Pour onto a lined tray
  • Roll the ice cream balls quickly in your hands to shape into lovely round balls. Gloves are good here.Roll each ball in cereal till coated and don't be stingy. Pop each ball into the freezer as you have finished it.
  • They are ready. Prepare the coconut caramel if using or serve with unsweetened sauce or chocolate
  • Roughly chop the sugar and put it into a pot with the water simmering gently and breaking up the sugar with a fork. There maybe some lumps left but add the coconut cream ( or cream) and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce bubbles and thickens. it will thicken naturally as it boils. Add Β½ the lemon juice and taste. Add the rest if you to taste. set aside

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  1. The Life of Clare

    May 25, 2013 at 7:27 am

    I love fried ice cream! But this looks a wonderful less fried version!
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  2. Nancy/SpicieFoodie

    May 24, 2013 at 7:56 am

    5 stars
    I was introduced to this ice cream when my family moved to the US. The place we ate at called it Mexican fried ice cream, which was a surprise to us never having encountered it in Mexio. Anywho, I do love it and now I can make this unfried version much easier. Thanks so much for sharing Tania!
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    • MyKitchenStories

      May 24, 2013 at 8:32 am

      Thats funny Nancy here it’s Chinese but in the US Mexican…..very strange

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  3. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com

    May 24, 2013 at 1:58 am

    You sure know how to make the most creative desserts out there. And with special K? They should be paying you πŸ™‚
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    • MyKitchenStories

      May 24, 2013 at 2:12 am

      Oh cute Kiran

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  4. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella

    May 21, 2013 at 9:48 pm

    No way! I can’t believe these are made using Special K. I’m going to give these a go! Hang on, I have to buy Special K now πŸ˜›
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  5. Joanne

    May 21, 2013 at 8:37 pm

    I LOVE fried ice cream…but I would happily eat this unfried version also!
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  6. Kari @ bite-sized thoughts

    May 21, 2013 at 7:25 pm

    I don’t think I’ve ever had fried ice cream but this certainly looks great to me!
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  7. Lisa the Gourmet Wog

    May 21, 2013 at 12:53 am

    this is pure evil. It’s 1am and I’m desperately craving something sweet and this is ticking all the boxes, I have cereal and icecream!!
    Now the dilemma: go to bed and sleep it off or make this delicious concoxion….

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  8. Paula

    May 20, 2013 at 9:45 pm

    I love how detailed your descriptions and instructions are! Now I have the confidence to actually try it, thanks!
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  9. thelittleloaf

    May 20, 2013 at 6:29 pm

    Ooh this is such a good idea. And as for that caramel, it sounds HEAVENLY. On my ‘to make’ list!
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  10. Martine @ Chompchomp

    May 20, 2013 at 4:03 pm

    Being unable to eat fried icecream this is the PERFECT compromise! I love your creativity Tania x
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  11. Angie@Angie's Recipes

    May 20, 2013 at 2:30 pm

    This is a keeper, Tania. I love the idea of using special K instead of breadcrumb for the coating.
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  12. InTolerant Chef

    May 20, 2013 at 1:43 pm

    What a great idea indeed Tania! Does this mean we can eat more icecream as there’s less calories this way? πŸ™‚
    Isn’t it funny how now days these exotic cuisines like Chinese and Italian are so everyday? I still remember the first time I tried hoisin sauce- unforgettable!! x

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  13. Hotly Spiced

    May 20, 2013 at 11:57 am

    I’ve been eagerly awaiting this post. What a great idea. I had no idea there was such a great use for Special K. I remember going to the local Chinese and being allowed to finish the meal with deep fried ice cream. It was always such a treat. I always had it with strawberry syrup. Sounds vile now xx
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  14. Joanne T Ferguson

    May 20, 2013 at 11:36 am

    G’day! Brings back LOTS of childhood memories for me too!
    To this day is almost only the dessert I order when am at a Chinese restaurant, TRUE!
    Cheers! Joanne
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  15. ChgoJohn

    May 20, 2013 at 11:06 am

    At first I thought that you were going to bake these instead of frying them and just had to see how you did it. πŸ™‚
    I like the idea of ice cream with a crispy coating but, I must admit, that sauce of yours sounds terrific! I really must give both a try. Thanks for sharing, Tania.
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  16. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef

    May 20, 2013 at 10:43 am

    5 stars
    I like Karen’s comment that with cereal it’s a diet. However, IF it’s got Special K on it, does that also mean that this would be great for breakfast? If so, I’m in!

    I loved the stories about growing up and I can see you in that swivel chair.
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  17. Anna @ The Littlest Anchovy

    May 20, 2013 at 10:37 am

    5 stars
    This is a dream come true for me. I think I would like this way better than normal fried ice cream. And that caramel sauce….whoa, I need that in my life
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  18. Claire @ Claire K Creations

    May 20, 2013 at 10:09 am

    Ooh yum! Sounds like you had wonderful neighbours Tania. How funny that Skater wouldn’t touch the one with a skerrick of caramel.
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  19. Celia

    May 20, 2013 at 8:38 am

    You know, I can’t help but think that it would be even better made with crushed Maltesers.. πŸ˜‰ Great story and great recipe, darling! Now..why haven’t we heard from you? πŸ™‚
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  20. Karen (Back Road Journal)

    May 19, 2013 at 10:56 pm

    Unfried and made with Special K, I’ll pretend it is a diet dessert. Oh, I forgot about the sauce…well that is OK. Who needs to think about a diet when eating ice cream. πŸ™‚

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