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Mango Kulfi Cardamom Dream Cookies
Gluten-Free | Low-Glycemic | Adaptogen-Infused | Inspired by South Asian Ice Cream
Tagline: “The soul of kulfi, baked into a golden bite.”
1. Concept Overview
These cookies are a reimagined dessert fusion: the rich, creamy flavor of mango kulfi ice cream, folded into a soft, golden, cardamom-kissed cookie, made with gluten-free, low-GI ingredients, and boosted with mushroom adaptogens for calm, energy, and clarity.
Imagine: the silky nostalgia of kulfi, the warmth of spice, the glow of mango, and the nourishment of healthy fats—all baked into one cookie.
2. Flavor Profile
• Ripe mango
• Freshly ground green cardamom
• Vanilla bean
• Almond and coconut undertones
• Hint of saffron and sea salt
• Creamy, ice cream-like sweetness (but low-GI)
3. Core Ingredients (Gluten-Free + Low-GI)
• Almond flour + coconut flour (GF, grain-free base)
• Grass-fed ghee or coconut oil (for that kulfi-rich mouthfeel)
• Egg or flax egg (binder)
• Monk fruit or allulose (natural low-GI sweetener)
• Mango purée (fresh or freeze-dried mango powder)
• Vanilla extract + cardamom
• Sea salt + saffron threads (optional)
• Baking soda for lift
4. Adaptogen Boost (Functional Harmony)
• Lion’s mane (focus, cognition)
• Cordyceps (energy, endurance)
• Reishi (calm, adaptogenic support)
~1–2 tsp per batch, flavor-neutral when paired with mango and spice
5. Texture & Form
• Soft and chewy interior with golden, slightly crisped edges
• Slight creaminess from mango and fat
• Option to add finely chopped pistachio or cashew bits for kulfi nostalgia
• Bakes as round drop cookies or pressed disks—no spreaders
6. Optional Glaze (for Ice Cream Vibes)
Mango cardamom glaze:
• Coconut butter
• Mango juice or mango powder
• Monk fruit
• Vanilla + cardamom
• Tiny pinch of saffron + pink salt
Drizzle lightly post-bake and chill to set
7. Dietary Profile
• Gluten-free
• Low-glycemic index
• No refined sugar
• Rich in healthy fats
• Adaptogen-infused for holistic balance
• Kid-friendly, sweet tooth–approved, and anti-inflammatory
Would you like an image of these golden cookies, warm and dreamy with mango glow, pistachio accents, and a soft glaze drizzle—styled on a cooling rack or chai-splashed plate?