Proof that sundae night can be better than ever? These 23 *insanely* delicious ice cream sundaes. We're talking tons of toppings. Bacon brittle. Irish caramel. Twinkies. Roasted fruit flavor explosions. Even Fruity Pebbles! Apparently dreams do come true. Our sweet tooth is driving us to make a few of these sundaes, Instagram 'em, eat 'em, and probably even consider quitting our day job to start a sundae-serving ice cream parlor of our own. Check out some truly mouthwatering ice cream sundae recipes below!
Mini Chocolate Stout Brownies with Burnt Irish Caramel + Hot Fudge
Fresh out of dinner ideas, or too tired to deal with dinner? Use this as a great excuse to eat some ice cream. These bottoms-up brownie floats have enough toppings to fill anybody up. And seriously — who's complaining about that? (via Half Baked Harvest)
Breakfast Banana Bread Ice Cream Sundaes
We don't know about you, but we’d get up at any hour for a breakfast that involves ice cream! Don’t worry, this sundae has *a few* healthy tricks up its sleeve. (via Top With Cinnamon)
S'mores Sundae
Graham crackers. Flambéed marshmallows. Homemade hot fudge. These are the exact things that heaven is made of. Please, give us s’more! (via Savory Simple)
Gooey Chocolate Skillet Cake Ice Cream Sundae
Serving up cake old-school style is now officially in. We’re talking about serving it up in a cast iron skillet. And yes, we’re totally eating right out of the pan. If you can wait ’til this cools to dig in, you have superpowers. We don’t. (via Willowbird Baking)
French Chocolate Ice Cream Sundae with Bacon Brittle Sprinkles
When in doubt, add bacon sprinkles. We'd live by that rule in general, but especially with this dish. Top with heaps of chocolate sauce and *more* bacon sprinkles. This little sundae will be the star of your party. (via Movita Beacorp)
Hot Fudge Sundae Cupcakes
Here’s a cool way to serve up a sundae – next time you’re having friends over for ice cream, quietly add made-from-scratch chocolate cupcakes in the mix. Everyone’s reaction will be well worth the extra effort. (via Cooking Classy)
The Ultimate Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie Sundaes
Peanut butter brownies and a hot chocolate sauce collide to create a super-premium palate-pleasing dessert that everyone who loves PB + chocolate will not be able to get enough of. Ice cream *not* optional. (via Bless This Mess)
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S'mores Banana Split Ice Cream Sundaes
This ice cream sundae is a great idea for when you want to have a campfire, but it's super hot outside. You can *never* go wrong with a chocolate, marshmallow, and graham cracker combo. (via Brit + Co.)
Roasted Strawberry Sundaes
There’s nothing like a few minutes in the oven to intensify the sweetness that strawberries already have. Talk about a flavor explosion with this recipe! (via Simple Bites)
Caramel Apple Ice Cream Sundae
It doesn’t get much better (or iconic) than caramel and apples. One bite of this creamy fruit ‘n’ caramel confection, and you’ll be extra appreciative of Johnny Appleseed’s efforts. (via Cookin’ Canuck)
Peeps Ice Cream Sundae
Hmm… wondering what to do with all those Easter peeps? Here’s a bright idea: Melt them into a sweet pastel syrup and drizzle over some ice cream for the *ultimate* spring treat. You’re welcome! (via Taste Of The Frontier)
Cinnamon Toast Crunch French Toast Sundaes
This is our idea of breakfast for dessert. While the award for best cereal is always up in the air, we can't deny that we love Cinnamon Toast Crunch. After making this recipe, we might never eat regular French Toast again. (via Brit + Co.)
Lemon Curd Pistachio Sundaes
Unusual flavor combinations are exactly what make ice cream nights extraordinary! And hey, why settle for ordinary flavors when you can have the extraordinary? This lemon-pistachio variety definitely fits into the unique category. (via Martha Stewart)
Fruity Pebbles Ice Cream Sundae
Fruity Pebbles don’t pack a standard flavor, and you better believe a breakfast-cereal sundae boasts serious benefits. Such as… a valid excuse to eat ice cream for breakfast. Score! (via Willowbird Baking)
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Hot Fudge Sundae
Cookie dough. Hot fudge. Sprinkles. Caramel sauce. This ice cream treat is a marriage of all things good. We'll be dreaming about it until we can make it again! (via Creme De La Crumb)
Ice Cream Sundae Oreo Cookie Cups
Ice cream sundaes don't have to be served in a regular bowl! Case in point: this dessert comes in edible cookie cups that taste just as amazing as the ice cream itself. Don't forget the whipped cream and cherry! (via Brit + Co.)
Mason Jar Ice Cream Sundaes
Choose whatever flavors and toppings you please for your personal favorite sundae. Scoop everything into a mason jar, screw on a lid and it’s ready to grab and go when you want it. (via Dessert For Two)
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Brûléed Twinkie Ice Cream Sundaes
Our new motto: Twinkies on everything! But seriously, don't you want to give this caramelized Twinkie treat a try? Have one with every bite, or just eat it on its own. (via Willowbird Baking)
30-Cup Ice Cream Tower of Doom
Talk about ginormous! If you want to plan an off-the-charts ice cream binge, a giant sundae is the only way to go. Double dog dare you to try this! (via Handmade Charlotte)
Ice Cream Sundae Push Pops
Who knew you could combine so many different ice cream elements? Just use a spoon to layer your ice cream ingredients, from hot fudge to cherries to whipped cream, into a push pop and enjoy! (via Brit + Co.)
Crispy Croissant Sundaes with Red Wine Hot Fudge
The Cronut craze almost made us forget about ordinary croissants but never fear – the original (and delicious) flaky pastry is about to make a comeback, starting with this ice cream sundae. (via How Sweet Eats)
Grilled Hot Fudge Sundae Donuts
When breakfast and dessert collide! Get ready for a treat that’s inspired *and* that's amazingly good. Ah, and grilled. What's more summery than that? (via The Curious Plate)
S'more Sundae Banana Split
What happens when you cross s’mores with a banana split? Why, only the most ridiculously delicious dessert of all time. People will trip to get their hands on this sundae! (via Lauren’s Latest)
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