Description
Indulge in the whimsical delight of Cotton Candy Cookies, a soft and chewy treat that captures the essence of a carnival day. With their vibrant pink and blue colors and the sweet flavor of cotton candy, these cookies are perfect for birthday parties, festive gatherings, or simply as a fun snack to brighten your day. The addition of real cotton candy pieces adds a playful touch that will delight kids and adults alike. This easy-to-follow recipe makes baking accessible for all skill levels, ensuring you can bring joy to any occasion with these colorful confections.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cotton candy extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup pink and blue cotton candy (torn into pieces)
- Optional: Pink and blue food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, vanilla, and cotton candy extract; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually combine with wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in cotton candy pieces.
- If desired, color dough with food coloring for a vibrant effect.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on baking sheet; flatten slightly.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are set but centers are slightly underdone.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg