Description
Indulgent Classic Hot Fudge Sundae delivers pure dessert bliss with layers of creamy vanilla ice cream, rich chocolate sauce, and crunchy toppings. Homemade elegance meets nostalgic charm, inviting you to savor each spoonful of this timeless American treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Sundae Base:
- 2 scoops vanilla ice cream (approx. 240 ml / 8 fluid ounces)
Toppings and Garnishes:
- ¼ cup whipped cream (60 ml)
- 2 tablespoons chocolate sprinkles
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts
- 1 maraschino cherry
Sauce:
- ¼ cup hot fudge sauce (60 ml)
Instructions
- In a compact saucepan, amalgamate heavy cream (240 milliliters / ), granulated sugar, a pinch of kosher salt, and unsalted butter over medium temperature.
- Continuously stir the mixture until butter completely dissolves and the liquid begins to bubble gently around the edges.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and introduce chopped chocolate, stirring methodically until the chocolate transforms into a silky, uniform consistency.
- Remove the saucepan from heat source and vigorously whisk in unsweetened cocoa powder, creating a rich, glossy texture.
- Return the saucepan to low heat, cooking for approximately 30 seconds while maintaining a smooth, velvety appearance.
- Allow the homemade fudge sauce to cool and slightly thicken for 3-5 minutes at room temperature.
- Select a serving bowl or elegant glass and generously spread a layer of warm fudge sauce across the bottom.
- Scoop premium vanilla ice cream directly onto the fudge foundation.
- Cascade additional warm fudge sauce over the ice cream, ensuring complete coverage.
- Embellish with freshly whipped cream, chopped roasted almonds or pecans, colorful sprinkles, and a vibrant maraschino cherry for the quintessential sundae experience.
Notes
- Classic hot fudge sauce transforms ordinary ice cream into a decadent dessert experience.
- Melt butter and sugar together slowly to create a rich, glossy chocolate base that coats every spoonful.
- Whisking cocoa powder provides deep, intense chocolate flavor and beautiful smooth texture.
- Cook sauce briefly to develop complex flavors without burning delicate ingredients.
- Customize your sundae with fun toppings like crunchy nuts, colorful sprinkles, and sweet maraschino cherries.
- Store leftover sauce in refrigerator for up to one week, gently reheating before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg