View Gallery 2 photos Fried Chicken Ice Cream: A Sweet and Crispy Delight🍗🍦
Description
Fried Chicken Ice Cream: A Perfect Fusion of Flavor
The Origin of Fried Chicken Ice Cream
Fried Chicken Ice Cream is a modern novelty dessert that creatively mimics the appearance of real fried chicken while offering a sweet and creamy treat. Unlike traditional fried ice cream, which has origins in Asian and Mexican cuisines, this version does not involve actual frying. Instead, it relies on a clever combination of crushed cereals or cookies to replicate the crispy, golden-brown texture of fried chicken skin.
The exact origin of Fried Chicken Ice Cream is unclear, but it gained popularity through social media and viral food trends. It is believed to have been inspired by both fried ice cream and the growing trend of food illusion desserts—sweets designed to look like savory dishes. Various dessert shops and ice cream makers, especially in the United States and Asia, began experimenting with this concept to create visually stunning and fun desserts that challenge people’s expectations.
One of the most famous versions of Fried Chicken Ice Cream was introduced by Life Raft Treats, a South Carolina-based dessert company known for its hyper-realistic, hand-crafted ice cream creations. Their version, called "Not Fried Chicken Ice Cream," quickly went viral, attracting widespread attention on platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
Today, this dessert is not only a fun DIY project but also a specialty item in boutique ice cream parlors. It represents the intersection of food artistry, humor, and culinary innovation—blurring the line between sweet and savory in a way that delights food lovers around the world. 🍗🍦
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Ingredients
For the "Chicken" Ice Cream:
For the "Breading" Coating:
For the "Egg Wash" (to Help Coating Stick):
Instructions
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Saturated Fat 8g40%
- Cholesterol 40mg14%
- Sodium 120mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 26g
- Protein 5g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
✔️ Use gloves when shaping the ice cream to avoid melting.
✔️ Work quickly to prevent the ice cream from softening too much.
✔️ Try chocolate ice cream for a darker "fried" look.
✔️ Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
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