The Original Chi-Chi's Mexican Fried Ice Cream

Step 1

Form 4 oz. of French vanilla into a ball.

Step 2

Roll the ball of ice cream in the cinnamon sugar mixture until completely coated.

Step 3

Roll in corn flake crumbs till coated.

Step 4

Place in the freezer to harden.

Step 5

Place the hardened ice cream ball in a fry basket and deep fry for 2 seconds at 350 degrees fahrenheit.

Step 6

FOR THE SHERBET GLASS(the early years):.

Step 7

Put a dollop of whip cream in the bottom of the glass.

Step 8

Place the fried ice cream ball on top of the dollop.

Step 9

Drizzle a small amount of honey over the top of the ice cream ball.

Step 10

Place 8 whip cream rosettes around the ice cream ball and one on top.

Step 11

Top with a maraschino cherry.

Step 12

Enjoy!

Step 13

FOR THE TORTILLA (the later years):.

Step 14

Deep fry a tortilla flat until crispy.

Step 15

Sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture.

Step 16

Follow the instructions for the sherbet glass.

Step 17

Enjoy!