Black Forest Ice Cream Sundae

Ingredients (Serves 2)

Sundae

• 4 scoops vanilla ice cream

• ½ cup cherry pie filling or fresh sweet cherries

• ¼ cup chocolate fudge sauce

• 2 tbsp dark chocolate, shaved or chopped

• 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips (optional)

Garnish

• Fresh cherries

• Fresh mint leaves

• Whipped cream (optional)

Homemade Chocolate Fudge Sauce

Ingredients

• ½ cup heavy cream

• ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Heat the cream until it just begins to simmer.

2. Pour it over the chocolate chips.

3. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.

4. Mix in butter, vanilla, and salt.

Instructions

Step 1: Chill the Serving Glass

Place sundae glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before assembling.

Step 2: Build the Sundae

1. Spoon a little chocolate sauce into the bottom of each glass.

2. Add one scoop of vanilla ice cream.

3. Top with cherries and more chocolate sauce.

4. Repeat with another scoop of ice cream.

5. Sprinkle shaved chocolate between the layers.

Step 3: Finish

• Drizzle generously with warm chocolate fudge.

• Garnish with fresh cherries.

• Add shaved chocolate.

• Finish with fresh mint leaves.

Prep Time

• Prep: 10 minutes

• Total: 10 minutes

Nutrition (Approx. Per Serving)

• Calories: 520

• Protein: 7 g

• Carbohydrates: 58 g

• Fat: 30 g

Tips

• Use premium vanilla bean ice cream for the creamiest texture.

• Warm the fudge sauce slightly before pouring so it creates beautiful glossy ribbons over the ice cream.

• Slightly chilled fresh cherries provide the best flavor and contrast.

• Add brownie chunks or chocolate cake pieces for an authentic Black Forest-inspired sundae.

• Serve immediately before the ice cream begins to melt.

Why You'll Love It

This Black Forest Ice Cream Sundae combines rich vanilla ice cream, luscious dark chocolate fudge, juicy cherries, and crunchy chocolate shavings in every bite. It's an elegant dessert that comes together in minutes but looks restaurant-worthy—perfect for summer evenings, dinner parties, or whenever you're craving a classic chocolate-and-cherry treat. 🍒🍨🍫