Ice Cream Balls
Elevate your dessert game with these irresistible Ice Cream Balls—a playful twist on your favorite frozen treat! This no-bake recipe combines creamy ice cream with a crunchy, customizable coating made from crushed cookies, chopped nuts, and optional add-ins like shredded coconut or sprinkles for a pop of texture and flavor. Perfect for any occasion, these bite-sized delights are quick and easy to prepare, taking just 20 minutes of hands-on time before chilling to perfection. Whether you're serving them at a summer party or indulging in a solo sweet treat, these Ice Cream Balls are the ultimate dessert for both kids and adults alike. Plus, the flavor possibilities are endless—simply mix and match your favorite ice cream flavors and toppings for a personalized culinary masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 quart Ice cream (any flavor)
- 1 cup Crushed cookies (e.g., Oreos, graham crackers, or digestive biscuits)
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (e.g., peanuts, almonds, or pecans)
- 0.25 cup Shredded coconut (optional)
- 0.25 cup Chocolate chips or sprinkles (optional)
- 1 roll Plastic wrap or parchment paper
Instructions
Take the ice cream out of the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly.
While the ice cream is softening, prepare your coating by mixing the crushed cookies, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, and any other desired toppings in a shallow dish or bowl.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper or plastic wrap.
Using an ice cream scoop or a large spoon, scoop out a ball of ice cream (approximately 2-3 inches in diameter) and quickly shape it into a ball with clean hands or a spoon.
Roll the ice cream ball immediately in the prepared coating mixture, pressing gently to ensure the toppings stick well.
Place the coated ice cream ball onto the lined baking tray.
Repeat the process with the remaining ice cream until all the desired balls are made.
Once all the ice cream balls are prepared, transfer the tray to the freezer and allow them to firm up for at least 2 hours.
Serve the ice cream balls on a plate or in a bowl, and enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3597 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.3 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.0 g | 615% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 416 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 1202 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 374.2 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.0 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 277.4 g | ||
| Protein | 56.5 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1354 mg | 104% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 2902 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
