| Price Range | Calories |
|---|---|
| $2.79 – $3.49 | 330 |
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The McDonald’s Hot Fudge Sundae is made with creamy vanilla reduced-fat soft serve served in a clear cup and topped with warm, rich hot fudge. The combination of hot fudge and cold soft serve creates a classic, melt-in-your-mouth treat.
Ingredients
| Component | Ingredients |
|---|---|
| Vanilla Soft Serve | Milk, Sugar, Cream, Corn Syrup, Natural Flavor, Mono and Diglycerides, Cellulose Gum, Guar Gum, Carrageenan, Vitamin A Palmitate |
| Hot Fudge Topping | Sugar, Water, Sweetened Condensed Skim Milk, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Nonfat Milk, Cocoa, Corn Syrup, Salt, Disodium Phosphate, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Artificial Flavor, Soy Lecithin |
Nutrition
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
| Total Fat | 9g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 34% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 54g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 3% |
| Total Sugars | 45g | — |
| Protein | 7g | — |
Allergens
The Hot Fudge Sundae contains the following common allergens:
- Milk (In both the ice cream and the fudge)
- Soy (In the fudge topping)
FAQs
Is McDonald’s soft serve real ice cream?
Yes, it’s made with real dairy (milk and cream) but labeled “Reduced Fat Ice Cream” because it has less milkfat than traditional ice cream to keep the soft-serve texture.
Is the Hot Fudge Sundae gluten-free?
The soft serve and hot fudge don’t contain gluten, but McDonald’s doesn’t certify any item as gluten-free due to possible cross-contact in the kitchen.
Can I get extra fudge on my sundae?
Yes, you can add extra hot fudge for a small fee (usually $0.25–$0.50) via the app or kiosk.
Does the Hot Fudge Sundae contain gelatin?
No, it uses plant-based thickeners like guar gum, cellulose gum, and carrageenan.
Why is the ice cream machine often “broken”?
The machines run a 24-hour heat-cleaning cycle that takes about 4 hours. If the cycle fails or the machine isn’t properly reassembled, it locks down for safety.