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Fried Ice Cream Dessert Bars

Fried Ice Cream Dessert Bars That Wow Every Sweet Tooth

Fried Ice Cream Dessert Bars are an easy, delicious frozen treat with a crunchy cornflake crust and creamy filling, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Freezing Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cornflake Crust
  • 4 tablespoons Butter can substitute with margarine
  • 2 cups Cornflakes can use crushed graham crackers for a different texture
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon nutmeg can be used or omit altogether
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar can use a sugar substitute
For the Creamy Filling
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream coconut cream can be used as a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk can substitute with whole milk in smaller quantities if needed
  • 1 pinch Salt optional but recommended
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk no direct substitute available
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract imitation vanilla can be used as an alternative
For Serving
  • Optional Toppings honey, whipped cream, and maraschino cherries

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9-inch square baking pan
  • Hand Mixer

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Cornflake Crust
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add crushed cornflakes and cinnamon, stirring for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Stir in sugar, mix well, and let cool completely.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Filling
  1. In a bowl, beat heavy whipping cream until thickened slightly, about 2-3 minutes. Add evaporated milk and salt, mix until combined. Gradually pour in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla, blending until thick and creamy.
Step 3: Layer the Ingredients
  1. Press half of the cooled cornflake mixture into a greased 9-inch square baking pan. Pour the creamy filling over it and top with remaining cornflake mixture.
Step 4: Freeze the Dessert Bars
  1. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and freeze overnight.
Step 5: Cut and Serve
  1. Once frozen, let the pan sit for about 5 minutes at room temperature. Cut into even bars and serve with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow bars to freeze overnight for the best texture. For easier cutting, let them sit a few minutes before slicing.

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