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Boozy Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream Sundaes
Sweet maraschino cherries soak up rich Southern Comfort overnight, creating a sharp, boozy bite that perfectly balances creamy vanilla ice cream. This grown-up take on a classic sundae looks stunning layered in small glasses. You'll love how the bright fruit cuts through the rich dairy base. It's an effortless dessert that feels incredibly special, especially when you're craving something cold and sweet after dinner.
Ingredients
- ½ cup maraschino cherries with stems
- ¼ cup Southern Comfort
- 2 cups cherry-vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- 1Combine the cherries and Southern Comfort in an airtight container. Freeze for 8 hours.
- 2Drain the liquid and pat the fruit dry. Removing excess surface moisture keeps the ice cream from melting too quickly when layered.
- 3Set aside 4 whole cherries for garnish. Remove the stems from the remaining cherries and chop them coarsely.
- 4Divide the chopped cherries and cherry-vanilla ice cream evenly among 4 small glasses, building alternating layers. Top each glass with a reserved whole cherry.
Notes
- Make ahead: You can soak the cherries in the liqueur up to a week in advance. Keep them in the fridge instead of the freezer if soaking longer than overnight.
- Swap: If you don't have Southern Comfort, bourbon or dark rum works beautifully here.
- Variation: For a booze-free version, soak the cherries in a splash of cherry juice mixed with a little vanilla extract.