Description
Indulge in the Ultimate English Brownie Sundae, a decadent dessert combining rich, fudgy brownies with creamy vanilla ice cream, drizzled with luscious chocolate and caramel sauces, topped with whipped cream, nuts, and a cherry for the perfect sweet treat.
Ingredients
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Brownie Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Sundae Toppings
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream
- ¼ cup caramel sauce
- ¼ cup chocolate sauce
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (optional)
- ½ cup whipped cream
- 4 maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent the brownies from sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Eggs & Vanilla: Crack in the eggs and add the vanilla extract, whisking thoroughly until fully incorporated and the batter is uniform.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Sift in the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Gently fold them into the wet mixture until a thick, consistent batter forms without overmixing.
- Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool & Cut Brownies: Let the brownies cool completely in the pan to set. Once cool, cut into squares to form the base of the sundae.
- Assemble Sundae: Place a brownie square into each serving bowl. Top each with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Drizzle Sauces: Generously drizzle caramel sauce and chocolate sauce over the ice cream for a rich, sweet flavor contrast.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle chopped nuts on top for crunch, if desired. Then add a dollop of whipped cream and finish each sundae with a maraschino cherry.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the brownie sundaes right away for the best taste and texture experience, savoring the warm brownie with cold ice cream and toppings.
Notes
- Ensure brownies are completely cooled before assembling to prevent the ice cream from melting too quickly.
- Chopped nuts are optional but add a pleasant crunchy texture to the sundae.
- You can substitute caramel and chocolate sauces with homemade versions for enhanced freshness.
- For a fudgier brownie, reduce flour by 1-2 tablespoons.
- Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days; assemble sundaes just before serving.
