Ice Cream Sundae with Homemade Caramel Sauce Recipe

Name: Ice Cream Sundae with Homemade Caramel Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 quart coffee ice cream, softened; 1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts; Cookies 'n' Cream Crumbs, for sprinkling, recipe follows; Caramel Sauce, for drizzling, recipe follows; Whipped cream, for topping; 1 package (36 cookies) chocolate sandwich cookies, such as Oreos; 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter, melted; 1 cup packed dark brown sugar; 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pats; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; Pinch kosher salt

Servings: persons

1 quart coffee ice cream, softened
1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts
Cookies 'n' Cream Crumbs, for sprinkling, recipe follows
Caramel Sauce, for drizzling, recipe follows
Whipped cream, for topping
1 package (36 cookies) chocolate sandwich cookies, such as Oreos
1 stick (1/2 cup) butter, melted
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pats
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Pinch kosher salt

1
Spoon two large scoops of ice cream into each of four dessert bowls.
2
Divide the chopped peanuts between the bowls; then sprinkle each with some cookie crumbs, drizzle with some caramel sauce, and top with a dollop of whipped cream.
3
Serve.
4
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
5
Add the sandwich cookies to a food processor and pulse to coarse crumbs.
6
Spread the crumbs out evenly on a baking sheet and drizzle with the melted butter.
7
Bake for 10 minutes.
8
Let cool completely.
9
Use crumbs as an ice cream topping, for crunch.
10
Combine the brown sugar, butter, cream and salt in a medium saucepan.
11
Stirring constantly, bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the mixture is smooth and saucy, about 5 minutes.

1180

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Carbs

Protein

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* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 quart coffee ice cream, softened, 1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts, Cookies 'n' Cream Crumbs, for sprinkling, recipe follows, Caramel Sauce, for drizzling, recipe follows, and more.

Yes, Ice Cream Sundae with Homemade Caramel Sauce falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep frozen in an airtight container for up to 1–2 months. Let it soften for a few minutes before serving.

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Ice Cream Sundae with Homemade Caramel Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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