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    Home » Desserts » Frozen Desserts

    Cherry & Nutella Ice Cream Sundae Recipe

    Published: Jul 26, 2010 · Modified: Mar 30, 2021 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 33 Comments

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    This easy ice cream sundae mixes the flavors of chocolate and hazelnut (Nutella!) with fresh cherries and soft vanilla ice cream.
    Cherry & Nutella Ice Cream Sundae Recipe

    There are few things in life that epitomize the excitement of childhood culinary dreams more than an ice cream sundae. It is difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of this excitement. Perhaps it is the endless possibilities of ingredients. Then again, maybe it is the special bowl or glass it is served in. For me, it is the promise of dipping my spoon into the tall sundae glass and the surprise at what combination of flavors I will pull out from the seemingly endless layers. Of course, as the chef of the house, it is my duty to run a quality-control check on each of the ingredients before serving them to my trusting husband and boys.

    It only took one spoonful of vanilla ice cream for me to determine that it was sufficiently creamy and sweet. One plump cherry popped into my mouth told me that the juicy fruit would seep into the vanilla ice cream effortlessly. The Nutella? It took me at least six or seven swipes of my finger in the container to determine that the creamy hazelnut and chocolate confection was good enough to serve to my family. Just taking one for the team.

    When I set the cold treats in front of my boys, they became wide-eyed and emitted various "oo"s and "ah"s. They were respectfully silent as they plowed their way through the sundaes, devouring layer upon layer of melting ice cream, warm chocolate and sweet berries. The childhood wonder has been successfully passed on to another generation and their future sundae dreams will be limited only by their imaginations.

    Using four 8-ounce glasses, pour ¼ cup pitted, sliced fresh cherries into the bottom of each glass.


    Next, put in a layer of slightly softened vanilla ice cream, followed by a layer of softened Nutella (soften on 50% power in the microwave for 10 to 20 seconds), another layer of vanilla ice cream, and a healthy drizzle of Nutella. Top with 2 tablespoons sliced cherries. Garnish with a sprig of mint and serve immediately.

    Cherry & Nutella Ice Cream Sundae Recipe

    This easy ice cream sundae mixes the flavors of chocolate and hazelnut (Nutella!) with fresh cherries and soft vanilla ice cream.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Desserts
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Frozen Desserts
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 4 Servings
    Calories: 839kcal
    Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

    Ingredients

    • 10 ounces fresh cherries pitted and sliced
    • about ¼ gallon a little less vanilla ice cream, slightly softened
    • ¾ cup Nutella
    • 4 sprigs of mint for garnish (optional)
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    Instructions

    • Using four 8-ounce glasses, pour ¼ cup pitted, sliced fresh cherries into the bottom of each glass. Next, put in a layer of slightly softened vanilla ice cream, followed by a layer of softened Nutella (soften on 50% power in the microwave for 10 to 20 seconds), another layer of vanilla ice cream, and a healthy drizzle of Nutella. Top with 2 tablespoons sliced cherries. Garnish with a sprig of mint and serve immediately.

    Notes

    From the kitchen of Cookin' Canuck | cookincanuck.com

    Nutrition

    Calories: 839kcal | Carbohydrates: 102g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 32g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 213mg | Potassium: 857mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 90g | Vitamin A: 1085IU | Vitamin C: 6.7mg | Calcium: 373mg | Iron: 3mg
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      1. dining tables

        November 19, 2010 at 1:04 am

        This is a very nice sundae! I love the combination of the ingredients. Everything in it is so delicious.

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      2. dining tables

        November 19, 2010 at 1:04 am

        This is a very nice sundae! I love the combination of the ingredients. Everything in it is so delicious.

        Reply
      3. Michelle @ Brown Eyed Baker

        August 01, 2010 at 12:35 am

        Absolutely gorgeous sundaes! Nutella and cherries sound like a fabulous combination!

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      4. Cinda

        July 28, 2010 at 5:02 pm

        Nothings beats a really good sundae!

        Reply
      5. Maria

        July 28, 2010 at 2:12 pm

        Nutella, count me in!

        Reply
      6. Tracy

        July 28, 2010 at 2:06 pm

        Sounds delicious! Perfect dessert for these hot days!

        Reply
      7. Dawn

        July 28, 2010 at 3:57 am

        WOW! My daughter LOVES cherries and my son LOVES nutella! Lets see if we can get two happy kids from just 1 recipe! Thanks!

        http://domesticengineer29.blogspot.com

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      8. Jason Phelps

        July 28, 2010 at 2:42 am

        It feels like it could be a pretty guilty pleasure, but worth it!

        Jason

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      9. penny aka jeroxie

        July 27, 2010 at 2:08 pm

        I can actualy start looking forward to ice cream....hehe

        Reply
      10. A SPICY PERSPECTIVE

        July 27, 2010 at 1:39 pm

        I would be ooohing and ahhhing as well! Everything is better with nutella!

        Reply
      11. Alison

        July 27, 2010 at 1:14 pm

        This looks amazing! I love this combination and great photo! Amazing work. I'm retweeting this now.

        Reply
      12. delicieux

        July 27, 2010 at 4:57 am

        Mmmmm this looks so delicious. I love the combination of nuttella and cherries.

        Reply
      13. Jessica

        July 26, 2010 at 8:47 pm

        Delicious! The only thing I would add is some yummy whipped cream. Beautiful!

        jessyburke88@gmail.com

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