About Today: Happy Birthday to the Ice Cream Sundae

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Today April 3rd, 1892: a day that would go down in infamy. Platt and Colt's Soda Fountain in Ithaca, New York first created a ice cream dessert known as a "Cherry Sunday" on this day 122 years ago, and even advertised it in the local newspaper two days later. While there is some debate about whether it was TRULY the first sundae, we say, why not celebrate all things chilly, creamy, sweet, and fudgy? Here are the best bases, syrups, and toppings to make your next sundae seriously next-level. So, About the Sundae... In case you need a refresher course on the standard sundae, you're going to need ice cream, hot fudge sauce, whipped cream, and a maraschino cherry. Also optional: crushed nuts, cookie crumble, brownie, and marshmallow. But that's only the beginning. Here are our best recipes for a classic sundae. Ice Cream Sundae Basics How to Make a Banana Split 5 Dairy-Free Sundae Recipes Hot Fudge Cake Sundae Search Related Topics:  ice cream recipes  summer treats  frozen desserts It's All About the Toppings A sundae's greatness truly depends on the greatness of its toppings; the synthesis of flavors between ice cream, sauce, and other goodies. From sugary peanut crunch to butterscotch sauce, the best part about sundaes is how easy they are to customize. 15 Ice Cream Sundae Topping Ideas How to Make Your Own Whipped Cream Tips and Toppings for a Sundae Bar Video: How to Set Up an Ice Cream Bar 13 Sundae Sauce and Topping Ideas Search Related Topics:  ice cream recipes  frozen desserts  dessert sauces and toppings We All Scream For... To add a really gourmet, crafty touch to your sundae, try making your own ice cream at home. Vanilla is probably the most popular way to start, but mixing up your flavors can add all kinds of dimension to your dessert creation. How to Make Vanilla Ice Cream How to Make Ice Cream Without an Ice Cream Maker Greek Pagoto Krema (Vanilla Ice Cream) The Best Chocolate Ice Cream The Top 6 Ice Cream Makers Search Related Topics:  ice cream  ice cream machines  desserts How to Remix It The sundae isn't just about hot fudge! Try a strawberry shortcake version, a Carnival Sundae (with popcorn!) or one of these other great variations on a very, very tasty theme. German Spaghetti Ice Cream Sundae Yankee Doodle Sundae Cherry Ice Cream Sundae Related Searches Ice Cream Sundae Happy Birthday Birthday Card Ice Scoop Icecream Maker Featured Articles How to Make Dump Cake 6 Healthy Spring Delights Vegan Meyer Lemon Cheesecake 7 Low-Calorie Snack Ideas Spaghetti and Meatball Cupcakes Should You Try the Mediterranean Diet?   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Popular Now The Best Quotes About April What is Choice Blindness? Top 5 Causes of the Great Depression   Follow us on: Advertisement