Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent Ultimate English Brownie Sundae, featuring moist homemade brownies topped with creamy vanilla ice cream, luscious caramel and chocolate sauces, crunchy nuts, whipped cream, and a maraschino cherry. Perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
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Brownie Base
- 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 ensure easy removal of the brownies after baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the 3 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the wet mixture, whisking thoroughly until fully blended.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Sift together the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder, then gently fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until a thick, uniform brownie batter forms.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out smoothly. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Cut: Remove the brownies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift the brownies out using the parchment paper and cut into squares to serve as the sundae base.
- Assemble the Sundaes: Place a brownie square in each serving bowl, then top each with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Drizzle Sauces: Pour caramel sauce and chocolate sauce over the ice cream, allowing the sweet toppings to cascade deliciously over the brownie and ice cream.
- Add Crunch and Finish: Sprinkle each sundae with chopped nuts if using, then crown each with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry for the perfect finishing touch.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the brownie sundaes right away to enjoy the delightful contrast between the warm brownie base and the cold, creamy ice cream before it melts.
Notes
- For an extra fudgy brownie, slightly underbake and check with a toothpick carefully.
- Use parchment paper in the pan for easy removal and cleaner cuts.
- Chopped nuts are optional but add a nice texture contrast.
- Let brownies cool completely to avoid melting the ice cream prematurely.
- Feel free to swap vanilla ice cream with your favorite flavor for a twist.
