Italian Hot Fudge Sundae
Indulge in the decadent world of the Italian Hot Fudge Sundae, a dessert that masterfully blends rich flavors and irresistible textures. This recipe layers creamy vanilla and chocolate gelato with a luscious homemade hot fudge sauce crafted from premium dark chocolate and a touch of butter for velvety smoothness. Topped with the crunch of crushed amaretti cookies, a cloud of whipped cream, and a vibrant candied cherry, this sundae offers an elegant Italian twist on a classic treat. Perfect for entertaining or a luxurious dessert night at home, it’s ready in just 15 minutes and guaranteed to satisfy every chocolate lover’s craving. Serve it immediately for the ultimate balance of warm, rich fudge and icy, creamy gelato bliss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 scoops Vanilla gelato
- 4 scoops Chocolate gelato
- 240 ml Heavy cream
- 150 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 60 grams Amaretti cookies, crushed
- 1 cup Whipped cream
- 4 pieces Candied cherries or maraschino cherries
Instructions
Prepare the hot fudge sauce by combining the heavy cream, dark chocolate, unsalted butter, light corn syrup, and granulated sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Stir constantly until the chocolate and butter are completely melted, and the mixture is smooth and glossy. This should take about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Crush the amaretti cookies into coarse crumbs using a rolling pin or food processor and set them aside.
In 4 sundae glasses or bowls, place 1 scoop of vanilla gelato and 1 scoop of chocolate gelato in each.
Drizzle the warm hot fudge sauce generously over the gelato in each glass.
Sprinkle the crushed amaretti cookies on top of the gelato and fudge sauce for added crunch.
Add a dollop of whipped cream over each sundae.
Top each sundae with a candied cherry or maraschino cherry for a finishing touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Italian Hot Fudge Sundae!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3079 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 223.7 g | 287% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.9 g | 650% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 279 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.1 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 173.5 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 1576 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
