National Sundae Day —
November 11, 2025
Celebrate the classic ice‑cream treat built from scoops, sauce, toppings, and a cherry on top.
Quick history
- Early 20th century U.S. origins (soda‑fountain era). Sundaes evolved from soda‑shop ice‑cream concoctions and became widely popular with regional variations.
How to celebrate
- Build a sundae bar at home with several ice‑cream flavors and toppings.
- Try a regional or retro version (hot fudge sundae, banana split, strawberry sundae, affogato-style with espresso).
- Visit a local ice‑cream shop and order a specialty sundae.
Basic hot‑fudge sundae (serves 1)
- 2–3 scoops vanilla ice cream
- Hot fudge sauce (2–3 tbsp), whipped cream, chopped nuts, sprinkles, maraschino cherry
- Assemble: scoop ice cream into a bowl, drizzle hot fudge, top with whipped cream, nuts, sprinkles, and a cherry.
Easy hot fudge (quick)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, 3 oz dark chocolate (chopped), 1 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp light corn syrup or honey — warm cream, stir in chocolate until smooth, finish with butter and corn syrup.
Toppings & variations
- Sauces: hot fudge, caramel, fruit coulis, peanut butter sauce, espresso
- Mix‑ins: crushed cookies, brownie chunks, toasted nuts, fresh fruit, crushed candy
- Style ideas: sundae in a waffle bowl, boozy sundae (liqueur or spiked hot sauce), vegan with non‑dairy ice cream and coconut‑based sauces
Tips
- Serve ice cream very cold and sauces warm for contrast.
- Textural contrast matters: creamy + crunchy + gooey.
- Portion balance: 2–3 scoops with modest sauce and toppings keeps flavors balanced.
Allergy & safety notes
- Common allergens: dairy, nuts, eggs (in some ice creams), gluten (in cones/cookies). Offer alternatives (non‑dairy ice cream, nut‑free toppings, gluten‑free cones).
Enjoy National Sundae Day by building your favorite combination or trying a new topping — small experiments often yield the best discoveries. #ElegantDining #JohnsCreek #PrivateChefAtlanta #bestinatlanta #PersonalChef #ChefRob #CulinaryExperience #CulinaryCollectiveATL #AtlantaCatering #Alpharetta...
