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Let's take a delightful journey back to the 1970s, where a whimsical ice cream cake character named Cookie Puss first made its sweet debut, courtesy of Carvel. This delectable creation quickly became the shining gem in Carvel's lineup of freshly made ice-cream cakes, exclusive to their beloved stores (regardless of what you might hear from die-hard fans of Hug-Me Bear and Fudgie the Whale).

According to Carvel Lore, Cookie Puss is not just an ordinary ice cream cake character; he hails from the far reaches of space as a space alien originally named "Celestial Person." However, being a bit of a mouthful, he decided to simplify things and adopted the more delightful moniker, Cookie Puss, which conveniently matches his initials, "C.P." Such a playful twist!

And from which celestial body does Cookie Puss claim origin? None other than the delightful "Planet Birthday," a place where joyous celebrations and sweet treats reign supreme. The mere thought of such a fantastical world sparks a sense of childlike wonder and joy, a realm where birthdays are eternal and happiness abounds.

With his endearing backstory and delectable appeal, Cookie Puss has undoubtedly carved a place in the hearts of ice cream enthusiasts and Carvel aficionados alike. So, the next time you visit a Carvel store and feast your eyes on this delightful ice cream cake character, you can revel in the enchanting "Carvel Lore" that has turned a simple dessert into a captivating tale of space adventures and scrumptious delights.


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