Cherry Vanilla Jubilee Sundae Recipe

Name: Cherry Vanilla Jubilee Sundae
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 brownies; 1 quart vanilla ice cream; 12 ounce package frozen sour (or black) cherries, thawed and drained, reserving the juice; 1/4 cup brandy; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 pound fresh bing cherries, pitted; 6 sugar cubes; 151 proof rum; Whipped cream or marshmallow cream, optional, recipe follows; 6 tablespoons water; 1 1/4 cups light corn syrup; 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar; 4 large egg whites; Pinch salt; Pinch cream of tartar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Servings: persons

6 brownies
1 quart vanilla ice cream
12 ounce package frozen sour (or black) cherries, thawed and drained, reserving the juice
1/4 cup brandy
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 pound fresh bing cherries, pitted
6 sugar cubes
151 proof rum
Whipped cream or marshmallow cream, optional, recipe follows
6 tablespoons water
1 1/4 cups light corn syrup
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar
4 large egg whites
Pinch salt
Pinch cream of tartar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1
Place the brownies and ice cream in chilled bowls and set aside in the refrigerator.
2
Thaw and strain the frozen cherries.
3
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the juice from the frozen cherries, brandy and the cornstarch.
4
In a saute pan, over high heat, melt the butter and sugar.
5
Add the fresh and frozen cherries.
6
Carefully pour in the brandy mixture.
7
If it does not burst into flames spontaneously, ignite with a match.
8
Gently swirl the pan.
9
Soak the sugar cubes in the rum.
10
Pour the cherries around the ice cream.
11
Top with a glob of marshmallow cream and plant a sugar cube on top.
12
Light the cube with a match.
13
Marshmallow Cream: In a small saucepan fitted with a candy thermometer, bring the water, corn syrup, and 3/4 cup of the sugar to 246 degrees F (firm ball).
14
In the meantime, in a completely clean, dry mixing bowl, with an electric mixer, whisk the egg whites, salt, and cream of tartar until creamy and foamy, about 2 minutes.
15
Still whisking, sprinkle in the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar and continue to whisk until the whites hold very soft peaks, about 2 minutes.
16
While mixing on slow speed, carefully drizzle in the hot syrup.
17
Turn the mixer to high and whisk until thick, fluffy, and just warm, about 7 minutes.
18
Turn the mixer to low and whisk in the vanilla.

1095

kcal

Calories

Fat

221

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 brownies, 1 quart vanilla ice cream, 12 ounce package frozen sour (or black) cherries, thawed and drained, reserving the juice, 1/4 cup brandy, and more.

Yes, Cherry Vanilla Jubilee Sundae falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cherry Vanilla Jubilee Sundae

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