Charcoal Ice Cream & Black Magic Sundae | Spooky Halloween Dessert with an Indian Fusion Twist

 

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What’s darker than midnight — yet sweet enough to steal the show? Meet the Charcoal Ice Cream & Black Magic Sundae. It’s a Halloween-ready dessert that’s eerie, elegant, and edible!
The secret ingredient? Activated charcoal — totally safe in small amounts and trendy across the US & UK for its gothic appeal. Add a touch of Indian flair with rose syrup, pistachios, and cardamom, and you’ll have a dessert that’s hauntingly delicious.

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🍦 Ingredients

Ice Cream Base

• 1 cup heavy cream (or fresh cream)

• ½ cup condensed milk

• 1 tbsp activated charcoal powder (food-grade)

• ½ tsp cardamom powder

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Sundae Toppings

• 2 tbsp rose syrup (or rooh afza)

• Chopped pistachios & almonds

• Black chocolate chips or brownie crumbs

• Edible silver foil (optional, for Indian touch)

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🪄 Steps

1. Whip the cream until light & fluffy.

2. Fold in condensed milk, cardamom, and vanilla extract.

3. Add activated charcoal powder, mix until evenly dark.

4. Pour into a freezer-safe box and freeze 6 hours (minimum).

5. Scoop ice cream into a glass and layer with rose syrup, brownie crumbs, and nuts.

6. Top with silver foil or a cherry for a dramatic finish.

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💡 Tips & Variations

• Add saffron strands for a “Black & Gold” royal look.

• For a “Vegan Twist,” swap dairy cream with coconut cream.

• A pinch of black salt heightens the flavor and Indian authenticity.

• Serve in frozen glass jars with LED tea lights under them for glow effect!

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🔗 Internal Link Suggestions

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