Chocolate Waffle Sundae

A Chocolate Waffle Sundae is a decadent dessert featuring a warm, chocolate-flavored waffle topped with scoops of ice cream, rich chocolate sauce, whipped cream, and often a cherry. It's a classic American treat, popular in diners, ice cream parlors, and dessert shops.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is high in carbohydrates and fats, with a significant amount of sugar and calories, typically ranging from 800 to 1,200 calories per serving. It provides quick energy from sugars and some calcium from the dairy components, but is generally low in essential nutrients like protein and fiber.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	650 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	80 g
Fat	32 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	55 g
Sodium	420 mg
Calcium	250 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Vitamin A	300 IU
Vitamin C	2 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Zinc	1.5 mg

Per 1 waffle sundae (approx. 350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the indulgent, shareable nature of American dessert culture, often seen as a celebratory or comfort food. Nutritionally, its uniqueness lies in combining a baked good (waffle) with frozen dairy (ice cream), creating a contrasting temperature and texture experience.