Everything is better with homemade fudge, ice cream, whipped cream nuts and well you get the picture. A perfect sundae for me is extra heavy on the whipped cream and toasted nuts. What’s your favorite combination?

Ultimate Hot Fudge Sundae

Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS

3 scoops ice cream
1-3 maraschino cherries
1/3 cup toasted and chopped pecans

For the Whipped Cream:

2/3 cup whipping cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp sugar

For the Fudge:

2/3 cup heavy cream
¼ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
1 pinch kosher salt
6 oz high-quality bittersweet chocolate
1 tbsp rum
1 tsp vanilla
2 tbs unsalted butter

For the Caramel:

•1 packed cup brown sugar
•1/2 cup heavy cream
•4 tablespoons butter
•Pinch salt
•1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions

For the Fudge:

Bring the cream, syrup, brown sugar, cocoa powder, salt and half of the chocolate to a boil in a medium saucepot. Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and stir in the remaining ingredients. Allow time to cool before using. Can be stored in an air-tight jar for two weeks. Microwave to reheat before using.

For the Caramel:

Add the sugar, cream, butter, and salt to a saucepan and cook over medium-low heat while whisking. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 8 minutes then add vanilla and cook an additional minute or two to let the sauce thicken further. Allow time to cool a bit before using.