Classic Hot Fudge Sundae
There is a reason a hot fudge sundae is such an enduring classic: That combination of warm, rich chocolate fudge mixing with frozen ice cream and melting it slightly is absolutely irresistible. Of course, if you have homemade fudge sauce and homemade ice cream, it gets even better. Vanilla ice cream is the standard here, but feel free to use your favorite flavor, or a combination of flavors. And if you like nuts, by all means use them here. The added crunch is marvelous against all the rich creaminess.
- Total:
- Serves: 4 persons
Ingredients
- ¾cup heavy cream
- ½cup packed light brown sugar
- ⅓cup light corn syrup or honey
- 3tablespoons Dutch-processed cocoa
- ¼teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
- 7ounces finely chopped bittersweet chocolate
- 1teaspoon vanilla extract or 1 tablespoon brandy or rum
- 1cup chilled heavy cream
- 1tablespoon superfine sugar, more to taste
- ½teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2pints your favorite flavor ice cream
- Chopped toasted nuts, such as almonds, peanuts, or pecans (optional)
- Cherries, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring the cream, sugar, corn syrup or honey, cocoa, and salt to a simmer, whisking until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.Step 2
Stir in the chocolate and let cook until the chocolate melts. Stir in butter and vanilla or liquor. Let cool slightly. Contrary to its name, hot fudge is best served warm, not piping hot.Step 3
For assembly, make the whipped cream. Using a whisk or an electric mixer, beat the cream, sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.Step 4
Pour a little fudge sauce into the bottoms of sundae dishes or bowls. Top with ice cream, then more hot fudge, then nuts if using. Cover all with whipped cream and a cherry if you like. Serve.