Indulge in the frozen delight of homemade ice cream balls, a classic dessert with a modern twist. These delectable treats are not only easy to make but also offer a customizable canvas for your creativity. Choose from a variety of flavors, coatings, and toppings to craft unique and personalized ice cream balls that cater to every taste. From the rich and creamy classic vanilla to the tangy burst of fruity sorbet, each recipe promises a delightful experience. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, transform your kitchen into an ice cream parlor and impress your loved ones with these irresistible frozen gems.
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ICE CREAM BALLS
These ice cream balls are a fun and easy dessert to fix-even the kids can help. The cereal adds a crunchy texture to the ice cream and makes an everyday treat something special. -Anne Marie Woodhull, Cedar Springs, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, combine cereal, sugar and butter. Add nuts. Shape ice cream into 1-in. balls; roll in cereal mixture until well coated. , Freeze for at least 1 hour. If desired, serve with fudge or caramel ice cream topping and cherries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
AMARETTI ICE CREAM BALLS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Crush cookies by hand or in plastic bag. Place onto a sheet pan. Dampen the cookie crumbs with the liqueur. Scoop ice cream balls onto the sheet pan and roll around until covered. Place the balls into a serving dish and top with chocolate sauce and whipped cream.
TOASTED ALMOND ICE CREAM BALLS
You can keep these almond-coated ice cream balls on hand in the freezer for last-minute entertaining. Just whip up the sauce in minutes for a simply satisfying sweet treat. -Anita Curtis, Camarillo, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place almonds in a shallow dish. Using an ice cream scoop, shape ice cream into balls. Roll each in almonds until well coated. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; cover and freeze., For sauce, combine the milk, chocolate chips and butter in a saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat until melted and smooth. Add sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer for 8-10 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently. , Serve hot or cold over ice cream balls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 823 calories, Fat 45g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 98g carbohydrate (84g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
COCONUT ICE CREAM BALLS
Coconut and graham cracker-coated ice cream balls served with fresh strawberries, caramel sauce, and whipped cream make a delectable treat.
Provided by heidi074
Categories Desserts Frozen Dessert Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut a 12x24 inch sheet of aluminum foil and place it on a flat surface. Mix the coconut and crushed graham crackers together on the foil until well blended. Use an ice cream scoop to scoop out 6 baseball-sized amounts of ice cream. Use your hands to form into balls, and roll in the coconut mixture. Wrap each ice cream ball in aluminum foil, and freeze at least 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, beat the whipping cream until soft peaks form. To serve, place 1/2 cup strawberries on 6 plates. Remove foil from the ice cream balls and place one on each plate. Top with caramel sauce and whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 651.7 calories, Carbohydrate 90.9 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 32.1 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 22.8 g, Sodium 426 mg, Sugar 39.5 g
TOASTED COCONUT ICE CREAM BALLS
For a very simple dessert treat, this recipe is sure to delight all. The coconut adds so much flavor and makes this so special.-Taste of Home Cooking School, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 10m
Yield 1 serving.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Add an elegant touch to the most basic after dinner treatvanilla ice cream! Simply place 1 cup of shredded, sweetened coconut on a baking sheet. Bake coconut at 350° for 2-4 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the coconut is dry and mostly toasted light brown with some white shreds., To serve, place a single scoop of vanilla ice cream in an individual serving glass. Lightly sprinkle ice cream with some of the toasted coconut, then garnish with Pirouette cookies. Store leftover coconut in refrigerator for future use.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and creamier your ice cream will be.
- Freeze the bananas in advance: Freezing the bananas helps to firm them up and makes them easier to blend.
- Use a powerful blender: A high-powered blender will help you to achieve a smooth and creamy texture.
- Add mix-ins: Once the ice cream is blended, you can add in your favorite mix-ins, such as chocolate chips, nuts, or fruit.
- Freeze the ice cream for at least 4 hours: This will help it to set and firm up.
Conclusion:
Making ice cream balls is a fun and easy way to enjoy a delicious and refreshing treat. With just a few simple ingredients and a blender, you can create a variety of delicious flavors. So next time you're craving something sweet, try making a batch of ice cream balls. You won't be disappointed!
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