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German Frozen Black Forest Sundae

Discover this exquisite German Frozen Black Forest Sundae recipe and indulge in a delicious fusion of rich chocolate, velvety vanilla ice cream, and sweet cherries.

πŸ•’ Prep: 20 minutes Cook: 15 minutes Total: 35 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: German

Allergens

Dairy, Gluten

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream 1 cup milk 1 1/2 cups sweetened condensed milk 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup kirsch (optional) 6 chocolate wafer cookies, crushed

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together heavy whipping cream, milk, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder until smooth. Set aside.
  2. In a separate saucepan, combine cherries, granulated sugar, and kirsch (if using) over medium heat. Cook until the cherries are tender and the liquid is syrupy, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  3. Layer the chocolate mixture and cherry compote in six individual serving glasses or bowls, beginning and ending with the chocolate layer.
  4. Top each sundae with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of crushed chocolate wafer cookies, and garnish with fresh cherries.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to the perfect chocolate layer lies in using high-quality cocoa powder and whisking until smooth.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for a dinner party or holiday gathering.

Cultural or Historical Background

The Black Forest region in Germany is renowned for its cherries, which are used in traditional dishes like this sundae.