McDonald’s Hot Fudge Sundae: The Ultimate Sweet Indulgence
Hot Fudge Sundae Price: $3.65 – $4.29 | Calories: 330 Cal.
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Craving something sweet and satisfying? McDonald’s Hot Fudge Sundae delivers the perfect combination of creamy vanilla soft serve ice cream topped with rich, decadent hot fudge sauce. This beloved dessert has remained a menu staple, offering 330 calories of pure indulgence that pairs beautifully with your favorite McDonald’s meals.
Whether you’re dining in, using the drive-thru, or ordering through the McDonald’s app with Mobile Order & Pay, this classic sundae is readily available at participating locations. You can even enjoy it delivered straight to your door with McDelivery®!
💰 Pricing & Where to Find It
| Size | Price |
| Standard | $3.65 – $4.29 |
🛍️ Available Options: Drive-Thru, Curbside Pickup, McDelivery®, and McDonald’s Mobile App
🍫 What Makes This Sundae Special?
McDonald’s Hot Fudge Sundae brings together two simple yet perfect elements: smooth vanilla reduced fat ice cream and warm, gooey chocolate fudge topping. The temperature contrast creates an irresistible experience – cool, creamy soft serve meets hot, rich fudge in every spoonful.
This dessert embodies nostalgia with its straightforward approach to flavor. The sweet vanilla base provides the perfect canvas for the deep, chocolatey fudge sauce, making it an ideal treat for chocolate enthusiasts seeking a quick dessert fix.
Complete Nutritional Breakdown
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
| Calories | 330 | — |
| Total Fat | 10g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 36% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 170mg | 7% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 51g | 19% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 44g | — |
| Added Sugars | 36g | 71% |
| Protein | 8g | 15% |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 260mg | 20% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 420mg | 8% |
Complete Ingredient List
🍦 Vanilla Soft Serve Components:
The creamy base contains milk, sugar, cream, corn syrup, natural flavor, emulsifiers, gums, and vitamin A for that signature smooth texture.
🍫 Hot Fudge Sauce Ingredients:
The rich topping combines sugar, water, nonfat milk, palm oil, alkalized cocoa, corn syrup, soy lecithin, salt, and preservatives to create that perfect chocolatey consistency.
Allergen & Dietary Information
| Component | Contains | May Contain |
| Vanilla Reduced Fat Ice Cream | Milk | — |
| Hot Fudge Topping | Milk, Soy | — |
❓ Gluten-Free Status
✅ Good news for gluten-sensitive customers!
The Hot Fudge Sundae ingredients are naturally gluten-free. However, there’s always a possibility of cross-contamination in McDonald’s kitchens due to shared equipment and preparation areas.
⚠️ Important Note: Those with celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivities should inquire about kitchen procedures at their local McDonald’s to ensure safe consumption.
McDonald’s Sundae History & Availability
McDonald’s made some menu changes on September 26, 2018, when they discontinued both the Toffee Sundae and Strawberry Sundae due to low customer demand, according to company representatives. Fortunately, the Hot Fudge Sundae (sometimes called the Chocolate Sundae) remains available at most locations.
❓ Current Sundae Availability
✅ Yes, McDonald’s continues serving ice cream sundaes!
The Hot Fudge Sundae remains a menu fixture, featuring their signature vanilla soft serve in a convenient cup, generously drizzled with rich chocolate fudge sauce. It’s a timeless dessert that complements virtually any McDonald’s meal.
Perfect Menu Pairings
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
| Double Cheeseburger | $4.19 | 450 Cal. |
| Quarter Pounder® with Cheese | $6.39 | 520 Cal. |
| Spicy McCrispy™ | $5.49 | 531 Cal. |
| Chicken McNuggets® (6 Piece) | $9.39 | 250 Cal. |
| Small World Famous Fries® | $1.89 | 230 Cal. |
| Egg McMuffin® | $5.43 | 310 Cal. |
| Sausage Burrito | $2.69 | 310 Cal. |
| McCafé® Caramel Macchiato (Small) | $4.59 | 260 Cal. |
| McFlurry® with OREO® Cookies | $4.39 | 510 Cal. |
| Vanilla Shake | $3.99 | 480 Cal. |
