Dessert night

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Ice cream is only the start. Pile it onto a fresh Belgian waffle, dip strawberries in a chocolate fountain, or spin up candy floss for a party. These are the gadgets that turn a pudding into an event.

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Best waffle maker

Sage · 2-slice

Sage the Smart Waffle Pro

Best for: Weekend brunches and waffle-and-ice-cream desserts

Sage’s flagship waffle maker makes two deep Belgian-style waffles at a time. Pick the waffle type and browning level and it adjusts the cooking for you, while the No-Mess moat catches any overflow.

2-slice, deep Belgian-style plates
Settings for Belgian, Classic, Chocolate, Buttermilk & Custom
12 browning settings with an LCD countdown
No-Mess moat & PFOA-free non-stick

Why we like it

Consistent results every time
The moat means far less mess
Perfect base for a scoop of CREAMi ice cream

Bear in mind

Bigger than a basic waffle iron
Two waffles per batch, so slower for a crowd
Costs more than basic waffle irons

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Party showstopper

Sephra · 18in / 3-tier

Sephra Classic 18" Home Chocolate Fountain

Best for: Birthdays, Christmas and anything that needs a centrepiece

A proper three-tier home chocolate fountain from a brand that also makes commercial ones. The heated stainless steel basin keeps chocolate flowing, and the motor is designed to run quietly.

18in (46cm), 3 tiers
Heated stainless steel basin
WhisperQuiet motor
QuickSet tier assembly

Why we like it

A real party centrepiece
Stainless steel build
From a commercial fountain brand

Bear in mind

Needs fountain-friendly chocolate (or added oil)
Takes a while to clean
An occasional-use gadget

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Explore

More sweet-treat ideas on Amazon

Candy floss, popcorn, crêpes and the finishing touches.

Slushie syrupsClassic slush-shop flavours Candy floss machinesFairground fun at home Popcorn makersSweet or salted movie nights Crêpe makersPancake Day, every day Chocolate tempering machinesGlossy, snappy homemade chocolate Cones, sprinkles & toppingsFinish your scoops in style

Ideas

Build the ultimate dessert night

Waffle sundaes: a hot Belgian waffle, a scoop of CREAMi vanilla, warm chocolate sauce and toasted nuts.
Fountain platter: strawberries, marshmallows, pretzels, banana and shortbread around a chocolate fountain.
Slush floats: a cola SLUSHi slush topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Movie night: sweet popcorn, candy floss and frozen-juice slushies for the kids.

Chocolate fountain tips

Use chocolate made for fountains, or thin regular chocolate with a little vegetable oil so it flows smoothly.
Melt the chocolate first, then pour it into the warmed basin.
Keep dippers dry. Water makes chocolate seize.
Put the fountain on a level surface, or the curtain of chocolate won’t flow evenly.