Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream Sundae Cups
Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream Sundae Cups are single-serve desserts layered with creamy vanilla ice cream, sweet cherry compote, crunchy toppings, and whipped cream—perfect for summer parties or casual indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups vanilla ice cream, slightly softened
- 1 1/2 cups cherry compote or cherry pie filling
- 1 cup crushed cookies or granola
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 6 fresh cherries (optional, for garnish)
- 6 mini dessert cups or small bowls
Instructions
- Let the vanilla ice cream sit out for a few minutes to soften slightly.
- Spoon a layer of crushed cookies or granola into the bottom of each dessert cup.
- Add a scoop of softened vanilla ice cream on top of the base layer.
- Spoon cherry compote or cherry pie filling over the ice cream.
- Top each cup with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Garnish with a fresh cherry or additional crushed cookies if desired.
- Serve immediately or freeze for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Use chocolate or strawberry ice cream for variety.
- Add chocolate chips, coconut flakes, or chopped nuts for extra crunch.
- For a boozy twist, add a splash of cherry liqueur to the compote.
- Use plant-based ice cream and whipped cream for a vegan version.
- Prepare in advance without whipped cream and add topping just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://tastyera.com/cherry-vanilla-ice-cream-sundae-cups/