Chocolate Sundae Recipe

Name: Chocolate Sundae
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 sundaes
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pint vanilla ice cream; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional); 1/4 cup maraschino cherries; 1/4 cup whipped cream

American · Dessert · 15 min total

Chocolate Sundae recipe videos

A classic chocolate sundae with rich hot fudge, vanilla ice cream, and all the fixings. This recipe is easy to make at home and perfect for a decadent dessert.

10
min prep

5
min cook

4
servings

520
kcal/serving

Ingredients

1 pint vanilla ice cream
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
1/4 cup maraschino cherries
1/4 cup whipped cream

Instructions

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Whisk until smooth and bubbling, about 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips and vanilla extract until melted and smooth. Let cool slightly.
Scoop vanilla ice cream into 4 serving bowls or glasses.
Pour warm hot fudge over the ice cream.
Top with whipped cream, chopped nuts, and a maraschino cherry. Serve immediately.

Tips

For extra richness, use dark chocolate chips.
Store leftover hot fudge in the refrigerator for up to a week; reheat gently before serving.
Customize with your favorite toppings like sprinkles or caramel sauce.

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