This delicious brownie sundae, modeled after an Applebee’s dessert, is super tasty and creamy, with a rich, bittersweet brownie topping above creamy vanilla ice cream.

Pairing the warm, fudgy brownie with the chilled, creamy ice cream produces an unexpected contrast in temperature levels and emotions. It’s pure bliss. People feel nostalgic about the brownies as they recall their memories of sweet treats.

This Applebee’s Blue Ribbon Brownie Recipe is the perfect dessert for family gatherings and parties.

What Will You Love About This Recipe

Most of the recipes don’t include nuts, but here the warmth of chocolate fudge, crunch of nuts, and vanilla ice cream will make you fall in love with it.

The presentation with chocolate sauce or caramel syrup doubles the joy. The awesome combination of a moist, fudgy brownie with ice cream is just irresistible.

People of almost all ages love it, but Applebee’s Blue Ribbon Brownie is a favorite of kids and youngsters. Moreover, it’s no less than a treat for brownie lovers.

Ingredients

For Brownies:

Flour = 1 ⅓ cup
Baking soda = 1 tablespoon
Granulated sugar = 1 cup
Water = 4 tbsp
Semi-sweet chocolate chips, or dark = 12 oz
Salt = 1 teaspoon
Punched butter = 4 teaspoons
Eggs = 4 (lightly beaten)
Vanilla = 2 tsp

For Sundaes:

Vanilla ice cream (1 scoop per sundae)
Fudge per dessert = 2 tablespoons
Whipped cream
Peanuts, chopped (optional), and sprinkles

Ingredients Description

Butter

It provides softness and richness to the brownie.

Vanilla ice cream

It’s a traditional and classic flavor used for topping the deserts.

Nuts

They provide the brownie with a crispy texture and go perfectly with the chocolatey brownie.

Eggs

They also serve to bind the ingredients together and keep the brownie moist.

Chocolate chips

They give elegance to the brownie by making gooey places when baked.

Instructions for Making Applebee’s Blue Ribbon Brownie Recipe

Step 1

Prepare the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Coat a 9-by-9-inch baking dish with oil, place the parchment paper inside, and brush the paper with butter.

Step 2

Mix the flour, baking soda, and salt well in a medium-sized bowl. Put aside.

Step 3

Melt the butter in a medium pot over medium heat, then toss in the water and sugar. Heat it to dissolve the sugar. Be cautious not to let the butter brown.

Step 4

Remove the pot from the heat and toss in the chocolate chips until they’ve completely melted.

Step 5

Add the eggs very gradually, a little at a time, mixing them completely before adding a little more.

Step 6

This causes the eggs to temper rather than curdle because of the heated chocolate. Pour the essence of vanilla and stir.

Step 7

Add the flour mixture and whisk.

Step 8

Add the batter of the brownies into the baking dish. Now bake the batter for half an hour. You can give 10 extra minutes if it is undone. While baking, the brownies will rise, but as they cool, they will gradually sink.

If the center looks soft and the edges seem to be crispy. Turn the oven off.

Step 9

Before slicing the brownies, allow them to cool thoroughly.

Step 10

When creating the sundae, fill the bottom of the dish with a small amount of hot fudge. Garnish with almonds, sprinkles, hot fudge, vanilla ice cream, and whipped cream.

Recipe Variations

Gluten-free flour

For brownies, you can use gluten-free flour, depending on the requirements of your diet.

Cinnamon powder

A small amount of cinnamon powder may improve the taste of brownies.

Whipped Cream

For something new, try Greek yogurt whipped cream, coconut whipped cream, or low-calorie whipped cream as a topping.

Espresso

A small amount of espresso poured will make the chocolate taste even more delicious.

Pumpkin seeds

For a nut-free option, you can use pumpkin seeds to produce a crunchy texture within the brownie.

Recipe Tips

Follow the tips for matchless taste and texture:

Serving the brownie with fresh fruits like bananas and berries will bring freshness to every bite.
To keep the brownies fudgy and soft, don’t overmix the ingredients, especially when putting the dry ingredients.
Brownies get overcooked quickly. It is suggested to check them before the estimated time to have perfectly baked brownies.
Before cutting them into slices, let the brownies cool completely. Otherwise, they will crumble.
Always use butter paper for the easy removal of the brownie.
Mix in chocolate chunks or chips for even more indulgence. When baked, they delicately melt, giving the brownies luscious chocolate pockets.

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