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Fortune Cookie Magic Shell Sundae

This recipe transforms fortune cookies into a unique 'magic shell' for vanilla ice cream. By combining crushed fortune cookies with melted refined coconut oil and salt, it creates a crisp, sweet, and slightly savory topping that hardens on contact with cold ice cream. Finished with flaky sea salt and black sesame seeds, it's a quick, inventive, and textural dessert experience.
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Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 1231.2
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 15 fortune cookies fortunes removed, plus more crushed for serving
  • 5 Tbsp. refined coconut oil melted
  • ¼ tsp. kosher salt
  • Vanilla ice cream for serving
  • Flaky sea salt
  • 2 tsp. black sesame seeds

Equipment

  • 1 Small Saucepan (for melting coconut oil if solid)
  • 1 Small bowl (for mixing magic shell)
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Rolling pin or food processor (for crushing fortune cookies)
  • 1 Ice Cream Scoop

Method
 

  1. Remove all fortunes from 15 fortune cookies.
  2. Using a rolling pin and a zip-top bag or a food processor, crush the fortune cookies into fine crumbs. Set aside a small portion of crushed cookies for garnish.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the finely crushed fortune cookies, melted refined coconut oil, and kosher salt. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is uniform and smooth.
  4. Scoop vanilla ice cream into individual serving bowls.
  5. Immediately and generously drizzle the fortune cookie magic shell mixture over each serving of ice cream. The cold temperature will cause the shell to set within seconds.
  6. Garnish each sundae with the reserved crushed fortune cookies, a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, and a dash of black sesame seeds.
  7. Serve the sundaes immediately to enjoy the delightful crunch of the magic shell and the contrast of flavors.

Notes

1. Ensure you use *refined* coconut oil for a neutral flavor that allows the fortune cookie essence to shine. Unrefined coconut oil will impart a strong coconut taste. Melt it gently; it should be warm but not scorching hot. 2. The magic shell works best when the ice cream is very cold and firm. The rapid temperature change is what causes the shell to harden quickly. 3. For optimal texture, crush the fortune cookies to varying consistencies—some finer for the shell, and some coarser crumbs for garnish, adding a pleasant textural contrast. 4. Flaky sea salt is crucial here; it provides a vital counterpoint to the sweetness of the cookies and ice cream, elevating the overall flavor profile. Don't skip it!