14 Irresistible Recipes for the Perfect Ice Cream Sundae

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14 Irresistible Recipes for the Perfect Ice Cream Sundae

We all scream for ice cream! These 11 recipes are easy to make at home, and we’ve got ideas for everything from the cone to homemade magic shell to all the toppings you need and more. Make the ultimate sundae.

Image shows A waffle cone bowl containing vanilla ice cream topped with magic shell and two cherries.
Homemade Magic Shell. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Salted Caramel Sauce

Image shows Caramel sauce being poured onto a scoop of vanilla ice cream in a glass bowl, with a jar of caramel sauce beside it.
Salted Caramel Sauce. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Forget store-bought sauce. This homemade version delivers the perfect sweet and salty ending to your sundae masterpiece. Drizzle it on for a rich treat or mix it with fudge for an extra kick.
Get the Recipe: Salted Caramel Sauce

Homemade Waffle Cones

Just made Homemade Waffle cone on the roller.
Homemade Waffle Cones. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These crispy and delicious waffle cones are the perfect sturdy base for your sundae creation. They hold all your favorite toppings without turning to mush. Or break them into pieces and make them into a perfect crispy topping.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Waffle Cones

Cinnamon Whipped Cream

Image shows A spoon scoops whipped cream onto a glass of chocolate mousse.
Cinnamon Whipped Cream. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This cinnamon whipped cream adds a warm, cozy touch to your sundae. Homemade whipped cream is easier to make than you might think, and it tastes so much better than what you get from a can.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Whipped Cream

No-Churn Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Cherry Chip ice cream in a cone with drips.
No-Churn Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This ice cream is packed with bursts of cherry and hidden chocolate chips, ready to surprise your taste buds with every creamy bite. No ice cream maker needed with this simple no-churn recipe.
Get the Recipe: No-Churn Cherry Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Avocado Ice Cream

Avocado ice cream on a plate.
Avocado Ice Cream. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Intrigued? This creamy avocado ice cream hides its secret ingredient well. It lets the other sundae flavors shine while adding a smooth, unexpected twist.
Get the Recipe: Avocado Ice Cream

Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Bowl of salted caramel ice cream with chopped candy on it.
Salted Caramel Ice Cream. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Sweet and salty collide in this ice cream. Each bite is a is deliciously complex, and it is a perfect smooth base for your favorite ice cream sundae toppings.
Get the Recipe: Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Homemade Magic Shell

Image shows A waffle cone bowl containing vanilla ice cream topped with magic shell and two cherries.
Homemade Magic Shell. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Remember the fun of childhood? Make your own magic shell at home with this easy recipe. The chocolate hardens quickly when poured over ice cream, adding a crunchy and chocolatey topping to your sundae.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Magic Shell

Classic Brownies

Image shows a stack of Classic Brownies on a wooden table.
Classic Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

The foundation of a great sundae? Brownies! Dense and fudgy, these brownies are the perfect base for your sundae masterpiece. They can hold mountains of ice cream and all your favorite toppings.
Get the Recipe: Classic Brownies

Cookie Dough Frozen Custard

Cookie dough frozen custard on a cone with drips.
Cookie Dough Frozen Custard. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Imagine every bite of your sundae having a hidden treasure – a chunk of chewy cookie dough! This custard takes sundaes to the next level by folding in the toppings right from the start.
Get the Recipe: Cookie Dough Frozen Custard

Caramel Hot Fudge Sauce

Image shows A bowl of vanilla ice cream topped with chocolate syrup on a wooden table.
Caramel Hot Fudge Sauce. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Rich, decadent, and easy to make, this caramel sauce is the ultimate sundae upgrade. Impress everyone with a gooey drizzle of pure sweet chocolate-y bliss.
Get the Recipe: Caramel Hot Fudge Sauce

Cherry Syrup

Image shows a close up of a jar of Cherry Syrup with a spoon holding some just above it.
Cherry Syrup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Tangy cherry flavor bursts from this syrup. It’s a simple way to add a and sweet-tart taste to your sundae. Not just for sundaes, this syrup makes pancakes, waffles, or anything else sing.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Syrup

Blueberry Syrup

Overhead shot of a spoon containing blueberry syrup being held over a jar with more syrup.
Blueberry Syrup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Intense blueberry flavor explodes in this syrup. It makes a fantastic sundae topping or drizzle it over pancakes for a quick breakfast win.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Syrup

Espresso Hot Fudge Sauce

Image shows a spoon drizzling homemade espresso hot fudge sauce back into its jar.
Espresso Hot Fudge Sauce. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Calling all coffee lovers! This hot fudge sauce isn’t your average chocolate. It adds a grown-up kick of espresso, which gives it an even deeper and richer chocolate flavor. Can you believe it’s ready in 15 minutes or less?
Get the Recipe: Espresso Hot Fudge Sauce

Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream

Image shows scoops of Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream in a white bowl with blueberries.
Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Close your eyes and escape to a tropical paradise. This ice cream is a creamy blend of coconut milk and sweet peaches, making your sundae feel like a beach vacation in a bowl.
Get the Recipe: Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream

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