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The Ultimate Waffle Sundae.

May 16, 2013 by hipfoodiemom 27 Comments

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I have birthdays and desserts on the brain this week. This was bound to happen.

It came to me in a dream. For reals.

When I was living in Los Angeles, years ago, I started this thing where I baked cakes for my friends’ birthdays. And we’re not talking beautiful, elegant, professional frosting job cakes here. We’re talking “it’s totally obvious this is from a cake mix and homemade birthday cake; but made from love cake.” And these were round cakes so I couldn’t fit the entire “Happy Birthday Joyce” on the cake, so I would just write “Happy” and then the person’s name. “Happy Joyce.” It became my thing.

Birthdays are a special occasion no matter what your age. Even though these weren’t beautiful cakes, everyone loved them and it made the birthday guest of honor feel special. Isn’t that what it’s all about?

My daughter, Phoebe, like most kids I know, LOVES ice cream. As you might have guessed, her favorite flavor is Mint Chocolate Chip. I really did dream this up in my head. And this might look insane . .  just crazy to you. .  I did feel a little crazy indulgent as I was slathering on the creamy peanut butter and globs of Nutella over each waffle.

Waffle Sundae before shot2 | HipFoodieMom.com

Waffle Sundae before | HipFoodieMom.com

And then as I was scooping out the ice cream. I think there are 8 or 10 scoops on this thing, I did think, Whoa. This is a little crazy. It did get a little DMX crazy up in here. And here’s the thing with taking photos and working with ice cream and whipped cream. You need to work fast. Or this is what starts to happen.

Waffle Sundae sprinkles2 | HipFoodieMom.com

Still, if you make this for that special someone on their birthday, something amazing will happen. And I’m not talking about sugar coma because there is no way one, single person can eat this thing alone. No, No. This Waffle Sundae is meant to be shared.

Everyone will be happy.

At least that’s how it works here. Ice cream makes everyone smile. So, if you’re looking for a little over-the-top, a little crazy, a little, well ok A LOT of ice cream and decadence, give this a try. .  and hey, I added fruit. And there’s waffles so it’s not completely bad for you.  There is no shame in using a box waffle mix for this one. No shame at all. However, if you want to make them yourself, here’s a recipe for waffles.

I hope you enjoy!

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The Ultimate Waffle Sundae.

Course: Dessert
Servings: 4
Author: Hip Foodie Mom

Ingredients

  • 2 Waffles; prepared and cooked
  • Creamy peanut butter
  • Nutella
  • Several scoops of your favorite ice cream
  • Hot fudge
  • Whipped cream
  • Nuts of any kind
  • Sprinkles
  • Cherries
  • Bananas
  • chocolate wafer sticks or any cookie

Instructions

  • Prepare your waffles according to box directions or make them homemade from the link provided. Allow to cool.
  • To assemble: plate your first waffle. Slather on peanut butter and then some Nutella. Repeat with second waffle. Add the ice cream scoops and then go crazy with all of the toppings. Place additional fruit on the side if desired. Enjoy.

 

Waffle Sundae up close | HipFoodieMom.com

 

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Comments

  1. Mama's Gotta Bake says

    May 16, 2013 at 8:40 am

    Since you added fruit, in my book, it’s definitely a healthy treat. I’m makin’ that tomorrow!

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    • hipfoodiemom says

      May 17, 2013 at 8:00 am

      Haha, I know right?! Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Susan says

    May 16, 2013 at 9:04 am

    Can you make this for my birthday?

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  3. Nancy @ gottagetbaked says

    May 16, 2013 at 9:37 am

    What a sweet tradition you had for your friends’ birthdays, Alice. Nothing says love like taking the time and effort to make food. This waffle sundae … GAH! I need it in my belly right.now. There is just too much amazingness going on here today, I can’t stand it!

    Reply
  4. Erika-Southern Souffle says

    May 16, 2013 at 11:30 am

    That is everything I love about food and waffles and ice cream..up in here..up in here..

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    • hipfoodiemom says

      May 16, 2013 at 3:04 pm

      Don’t you just love a little DMX on a Thursday? 😛 Thank you for the comment! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Linda | The Urban Mrs says

    May 16, 2013 at 12:52 pm

    This is total madness, especially since I’ve been reading this post since 7am. I can’t wait to go home and have this…for dinner. I wish I can get this for my birthday, but that’s too far away…so dinner, it is. Yum!

    Reply
  6. Bam's Kitchen says

    May 16, 2013 at 6:49 pm

    Beautiful photos and waffle sundae. so this dessert is totally diet and calorie free.. right…after all I do see a few cherries… wink wink… It looks amazing and fun for a group to eat. Have a super weekend. Take Care, BAM

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  7. laurasmess says

    May 16, 2013 at 9:05 pm

    Oh my gosh. Alice, you had me at peanut butter and Nutella (those two spreads, piled onto a warm waffle, are bliss on their own!). Making this very soon. Love the idea of a shared waffle sundae. But, you know what? Looking at your gorgeous picture I don’t want to share a single bite. It’s got all the food groups (uh, yeah) so I definitely think it’d qualify as my entire dinner.

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  8. wendy@chezchloe says

    May 16, 2013 at 10:27 pm

    Crazy goodness here. YUMMM!

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  9. Paula @ Vintage Kitchen Notes says

    May 17, 2013 at 4:53 am

    I need to buy a waffle iron asap! I somehow lost the one I had, but I´m dying to make something like this. I never thought a kid would like mint above other flavors…interesting. This is absolutely dreamy for a 6 year old Alice! And most grown ups wouldn´t mind it either. Even if it doesn´t have the happy written on it…jaja

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  10. Brandi says

    May 17, 2013 at 4:05 pm

    OMG Alice!!! That’s the most insane thing I’ve seen in a long time…I literally said “oh my God”!!! Hahahaha! Looks beautiful!

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  11. Lora @cakeduchess says

    May 18, 2013 at 10:07 am

    whoa-I think you made everyone beyond happy with this fun treat. How sweet that you used to bake your friends cakes for their birthdays-now they’d be requesting these dreamy waffles!:)

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  12. allilau says

    May 21, 2013 at 5:11 pm

    Crazy, decadent and oh so wonderful. I love sundaes, I rarely eat them and (as an adult) I guess we tend to say, oh just one scoop…but it’s actually my birthday in a few weeks and I’m kinda think icecream now & not cake! Being my bday I’ll still have to make it myself but at least there’s a chance to celebrate with my guy and my gal pals!

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  13. Allie | Baking a Moment says

    July 21, 2016 at 10:11 am

    I love that you used to bake birthday cakes for all your friends! That is so you. And this sundae is fantastic! Completely over the top, just as a birthday treat ought to be 🙂

    Reply

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