Irresistible Ice Cream Sundae Recipe – A Sweet Treat for Every Occasion
Discover how to make the perfect ice cream sundae with layers of creamy scoops, rich hot fudge, and crunchy toppings. A dessert worth every spoonful!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Servings 2 Sundaes
Calories 320 kcal
- 2 cups vanilla or chocolate ice cream (or mix flavors)
- ½ cup hot fudge or chocolate sauce
- ¼ cup rushed nuts (almonds or peanuts)
- Whipped cream (as desired)
- Maraschino cherries (for topping)
- Optional: brownie chunks, fresh fruit, or cookie pieces
Prepare the base: Start by chilling two serving bowls or tall sundae glasses for a few minutes.
Scoop the ice cream: Add 2–3 scoops of your favorite ice cream flavors into each bowl.
Layer the sweetness: Pour a generous spoon of hot fudge sundae sauce over the scoops.
Add texture: Sprinkle nuts or brownie pieces for crunch.
Top it up: Add whipped cream, drizzle a little more fudge, and finish with a bright cherry.
Serve immediately: The magic of an ice cream sundae is in its creamy, melting perfection.
- Use different creams like caramel or peanut butter sauce for variety.
- For a guilt-free treat, use low calorie ice cream or healthy ice cream options.
- Freeze your serving glasses first to keep your sundae cold longer.
- Add fun toppings like shaved ice for texture contrast.