A sweet treat! Romans shouted “Hallelujah!” as Pope Francis returned from the hospital after a month-long battle with pneumonia, and now they can taste it. A new gelato flavor called Hallelujah was launched over the weekend, featuring giandua, a blend of roasted hazelnuts and pure chocolate.

To coincide with the pope’s recovery, the sweet creation also marked International Handmade Gelato Day on March 24, with proceeds going to homelessness initiatives around the world. Launched in shops near the Vatican, the flavor quickly became its own pilgrimage, attracting tourists, locals, and gelato lovers eager for a taste.

Enjoyed by both young and old, ice cream is undoubtedly one of the most popular desserts in the world. With several flavors developed over the centuries, the love for this frozen treat never fades. However, when it comes to actual ice cream facts, we really don’t know much. For example, when was it invented? Which characters in history liked it?