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Four NYC-inspired sundaes for National Sundae Day

This 11 November is National Sundae Day. To celebrate, we’ve created four New York City–themed sundae recipes, inspired by Greater Gotham: A History of New York City from 1898 to 1919. Take a look at the recipes below and get a taste of NYC—no matter where you are in the world.

Grand Central Sundae

Classic New York flavors come together in this sundae named for New York’s largest train station.

  • 1 slice of New York–style cheesecake
  • 1 scoop of chocolate ice cream
  • chocolate syrup to taste
  • whipped cream to taste
  • 1 cherry on top

The Big Apple Crisp

Embrace fall in New York with this apple-cinnamon sundae.

  • 2 scoops of vanilla or strawberry ice cream
  • 3 apple slices
  • cinnamon to taste
  • whipped cream to taste
  • 1 cherry on top

Brooklyn Brownstone

Named for Brooklyn’s iconic brownstone apartment buildings, this dish is perfect for hipsters and chocolate-lovers alike.

  • 1 brownie
  • 2 scoops of chocolate ice cream
  • chocolate syrup to taste
  • whipped cream to taste
  • 1 cherry on top

Chrysler Crunch

Like New York’s famous skyscraper, this sundae and its toppings stand tall.

  • 2 scoops of chocolate chip ice cream
  • 1/4 cup of chocolate chips
  • 3 pretzels
  • 1 waffle cone, crushed

Featured image credit: “ice-cream-cone-chocolate-mocha” by StockSnap. CC0 via Pixabay.

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