01ice cream
If you decide to buy the ice cream, make sure to pick a good quality kind. The traditional sundaes usually include vanilla ice cream, but other flavors, such as chocolate or strawberry, also work well. Whichever flavor you choose, make sure to pair it nicely with the syrups and other toppings. For a completely homemade dessert, make the ice cream from scratch.
02toppings
Besides the traditional syrups, such as chocolate, strawberry, or cherry, there are numerous options to choose from when assembling a sundae. Try caramel or peanut butter sauce, or go for a berry compote. Other common toppings include whipped cream, nuts, such as almonds or walnuts, and fresh fruit. Get creative and use crushed cookies, brownies, dried fruit, or candy.
03serving
The traditional version of the dessert is served in a tulip-shaped, footed glass cup. You can also use ice cream bowls, mason jars, or any other kind of dish appropriate to hold the ice cream and the toppings.