This indulgent Chocolate Caramel Sundae is a sweet-tooth’s dream as well as being effortlessly quick! Layering two different warm sauces makes the flavors go rich and gooey, which along with the cold vanilla ice cream adds a decadent contrast to this dessert that is so satisfying on a movie night.
Jump to RecipeChocolate Caramel Sundae Recipe Ingredients
- 2 generous scoops vanilla ice cream (or your favorite flavor)
- 2 tbsp chocolate fudge sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp salted maple caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Optional toppings: Chopped nuts, whipped cream, or a cherry
How To Make Chocolate Caramel Sundae Recipe
- Prep the vessel: Grab a dessert bowl, a sundae glass, or even a large mug. Chill the bowl in the freezer for 5 minutes if you want your ice cream to last longer!
- Scoop the base: Place two decent-sized scoops of vanilla ice cream into the bowl. Don’t be shy with the portion!
- Warm the chocolate: Place the chocolate fudge sauce in a small microwave-safe dish. Zap it for 10-15 seconds. Give it a stir. It should be warm and pourable, not boiling hot lava.
- Warm the caramel: Repeat the process with the salted maple caramel. Warm it just enough so it drizzles easily off the spoon.
- Drizzle and swirl: Drizzle the warm chocolate sauce over the ice cream, letting it pool at the bottom. Follow immediately with the warm caramel sauce, crisscrossing the chocolate.
- Serve: Grab a spoon and eat immediately. The magic is in the temperature contrast, so don’t wait!
Recipe Tips!
- Sauce Temp: Be careful not to overheat the sauces! If they are boiling, they will melt your ice cream into soup instantly. “Tepid” or “warm” is the goal.
- Salt Sprinkle: If your caramel isn’t salted, sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt on top of the finished sundae. It enhances the chocolate flavor massively!
- Ice Cream Choice: Vanilla is classic because it lets the sauces shine, but Coffee or Dulce de Leche ice cream takes this to a whole new level of richness.
- Texture Add-on: This sundae is very soft. Adding chopped roasted peanuts or pecans gives it a necessary “Snickers bar” crunch vibe!
What To Serve With Chocolate Caramel Sundae Recipe?
This Chocolate Caramel Sundae Recipe is a standalone dessert superstar! However, sticking a crunchy element in is always a good idea. A crispy Waffle Cone wedge or a long Pretzel Rod adds a salty crunch that is delightful. For a festive touch, top with a mountain of Whipped Cream and a Maraschino Cherry! If you want to go all out, serve it atop a warm Brownie for the ultimate brownie sundae experience.
How To Store Chocolate Caramel Sundae Recipe
- Do Not Store: Once assembled, this cannot be stored! Eat it immediately.
- Sauce Storage: Keep your jars of chocolate and caramel sauce in the fridge (or pantry, depending on the label). They will last for months, ready for your next craving!
Chocolate Caramel Sundae Recipe Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 5g
Nutrition information is estimated per sundae.
FAQs
Yes! Standard caramel sauce works fine. If you want the maple flavor, just stir a teaspoon of pure maple syrup into your regular caramel before warming.
Easily! Use dairy-free vanilla bean coconut ice cream and ensure your chocolate syrup and caramel are plant-based (many are!).
It’s caramel made with maple syrup instead of just sugar, plus sea salt. It has a deeper, woodsy sweetness that pairs incredibly well with chocolate.
Chocolate Caramel Sundae Recipe
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy1
servings2
minutes450
kcalThe ultimate quick fix dessert. Cold vanilla ice cream drowned in warm chocolate fudge and salted maple caramel. Simple, messy, and perfect.
Ingredients
2 scoops vanilla ice cream
2 tbsp chocolate sauce
2 tbsp salted maple caramel
Directions
- Scoop ice cream into a bowl.
- Microwave chocolate sauce 10 secs.
- Microwave caramel sauce 10 secs.
- Drizzle warm sauces over ice cream.
- Eat immediately.
Notes
- Don’t boil the sauces or the ice cream melts too fast.
- Add nuts for a necessary crunch.
- Chill the bowl beforehand to keep it cold longer.
