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.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Crush the amaretti cookies into coarse crumbs using a rolling pin or food processor and set them aside.

Step 4

In 4 sundae glasses or bowls, place 1 scoop of vanilla gelato and 1 scoop of chocolate gelato in each.

Step 5

Drizzle the warm hot fudge sauce generously over the gelato in each glass.

Step 6

Sprinkle the crushed amaretti cookies on top of the gelato and fudge sauce for added crunch.

Step 7

Add a dollop of whipped cream over each sundae.

Step 8

Top each sundae with a candied cherry or maraschino cherry for a finishing touch.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Italian Hot Fudge Sundae!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	801 grams (801.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3079

Total Fat 223.70g	287%
Saturated Fat 129.90g	650%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.90g
Cholesterol 496mg	165%
Sodium 279mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate 229.10g	83%
Dietary Fiber 18.80g	67%
Total Sugars 173.50g
Protein 24.80g	50%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 414mg	32%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 1577mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.5%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 30.3%