Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsTaverna NewarkDeath By Chocolate Sundae Recipe

Death By Chocolate Sundae Recipe

Inspired by Taverna Newark
Time1h
Serves4

housemade chocolate cake, chocolate gelato, chocolate-hazelnut ganache, cookie crumble, whipped cream

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Ingredients

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Sundae Components

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Bake the Chocolate Cake

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan. Prepare your favorite chocolate cake batter and pour it into the prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Chocolate-Hazelnut Ganache

    In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add 8 ounces of chopped dark chocolate and 1/2 cup of chocolate-hazelnut spread. Stir until smooth and glossy. Let it cool for about 15 minutes until it thickens slightly.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Sundae

    Once the chocolate cake is cooled, cut it into small pieces. In a serving bowl, layer a generous amount of chocolate cake pieces, followed by a scoop of chocolate gelato. Drizzle with chocolate-hazelnut ganache, add cookie crumble, and top with whipped cream. Repeat the layers if desired.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Serve immediately with extra chocolate-hazelnut ganache and cookie crumble on the side.

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