Recipe: Forbidden Broadway Sundae

ByABC News via logo
May 1, 2006, 8:13 AM

May 1, 2006 — -- Serendipity 3 is a unique, New York institution. It serves everything from omelets to hot dogs, but is well-known for its decadent desserts.

Stephen Bruce, owner of the landmark restaurant and ice cream parlor and author of the new book, "Serendipity Sundaes," came to "Good Morning America" to share some of his most popular recipes.

FORBIDDEN BROADWAY SUNDAE

Makes 1 sundae

Place ice cream in a large serving bowl. Top with chocolate cake. Drench in hot fudge sauce. Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings (take a block of chocolate and shave off curls with a vegetable peeler). Enjoy!!

Fabulous Hot Fudge Sauce

Makes about 1½ cups

Combine butter, chocolate, cocoa powder, sugar, cream and salt in a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly until smooth, and remove from heat. For a thicker sauce, let boil longer. Add vanilla extract and serve immediately.