Description
Bring a splash of whimsy to your baking with Cotton Candy Cookies! These delightful treats blend the classic sweetness of sugar cookies with the playful flavor reminiscent of cotton candy. Their vibrant pink and blue colors make them perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just a fun family activity. Easy to make and customize, these cookies are sure to charm both kids and adults alike, making any occasion feel extra special.
Ingredients
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- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pink food coloring, a few drops
- Blue food coloring, a few drops
- Cotton candy flavoring (optional), adjust to taste
- Sprinkles (optional), for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg and extracts.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Divide dough in half; color one half pink and the other blue. Combine both colors to create marbled cookie balls.
- Place cookie balls on the prepared sheet and add sprinkles if desired.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chill your dough for about 30 minutes before baking to maintain shape. Experiment with different colors or flavors for unique variations. Store cookies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for three months.