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Hot Fudge Sundae — Dairy Queen 2026 menu item
Classic Treat$7 Meal Deal Included300 Calories

Hot Fudge Sundae

$3.79

Ladle-poured molten cocoa fudge cascading over a mound of creamy vanilla soft serve, topped with the signature DQ curl. The timeless gold standard of American ice cream parlor treats, delivering irresistible temperature contrast at $3.79 (300 calories) or as the dessert finish in the $7 Meal Deal.

PriceSmall $3.49 · Regular $3.79
CaloriesRegular 300 cal
Total Fat8g
Sundae FlavorsHot Fudge · Strawberry · Caramel
Included In$7 Meal Deal dessert component

Price & Calories by Size — 2026

Size / OptionPriceCaloriesTotal Fat
Small Hot Fudge Sundae$3.49~250 cal~7g
Regular Hot Fudge Sundae$3.79300 cal8g
Vanilla Soft Serve Cone$2.39230 cal7g
Peanut Buster Parfait$4.99710 cal31g

Prices are 2026 national averages. Your local DQ may vary slightly.

The Timeless Art of Hot Fudge Temperature Contrast

Few sensory experiences in casual dining rival the first spoonful of a freshly poured Hot Fudge Sundae. Dairy Queen's proprietary hot fudge is kept at a steaming, viscous temperature. When it cascades over sub-freezing vanilla soft serve, the sauce thickens into a chewy, decadent ribbon along the cold dairy perimeter while warming the center. Delivering 300 calories at an accessible $3.79, it proves that classic restraint often outperforms complicated dessert creations. Explore every traditional novelty on The Queen Dairy Menu.

The $7 Meal Deal Sundae Connection

The Hot Fudge Sundae (Small) is one of the dessert choices included in the $7 Meal Deal. The deal includes a cheeseburger or 3-piece chicken strips, Regular Fries, a Soft Drink, and a Small Sundae — all for $7.00. If you are ordering the $7 Meal Deal and want a dessert, the Hot Fudge Sundae is the most popular choice.

Sundae Flavor Comparison

Sundae FlavorPriceCaloriesNotes
Hot Fudge$3.79300Warm chocolate, most popular
Strawberry$3.79280Fruity, slightly lighter calorie
Caramel$3.79310Sweet, rich caramel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Small $3.49, Regular $3.79. The Small is included in the $7 Meal Deal.
Hot Fudge, Strawberry, and Caramel — all priced at $3.79 regular. The Small size is $3.49.
Yes. A Small Hot Fudge, Strawberry, or Caramel Sundae is included as the dessert in the $7 Meal Deal.

For the complete 2026 DQ food and treats menu, visit The Queen Dairy Menu. See all Blizzard flavors on the Blizzard Treats page.

Hot Fudge Sundae — Nutrition and Ordering Guide

Sundae OptionPriceCaloriesTotal Fat
Small Hot Fudge Sundae$3.49~250~7g
Regular Hot Fudge Sundae$3.793008g

Hot Fudge Sundae vs. Peanut Buster Parfait: Which to Choose?

Both iconic items showcase Dairy Queen's rich cocoa fudge and vanilla soft serve. However, while the Peanut Buster Parfait ($4.99, 710 cal) adds triple tiers of hot fudge and crunchy roasted Spanish peanuts in a tall sundae vessel, the Classic Hot Fudge Sundae is designed for pure, unadorned simplicity. When you want a quick, comforting, single-portion dessert under 300 calories, the Hot Fudge Sundae remains the quintessential choice.

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