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Cotton Candy Cookies Recipe

Cotton Candy Cookies Recipe: Sweet Nostalgia in Every Bite

This Cotton Candy Cookies Recipe is a delightful treat that features soft, colorful cookies reminiscent of fairground fun.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute for gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and helps achieve that chewy texture.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Works as a leavening agent.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Enhances the delightful cookie texture.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Elevates flavor.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter (softened) Use vegan margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Can be replaced with plant-based milk mixed with lemon juice or vinegar.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
For the Color
  • 1-2 tbsp Gel Food Coloring (pink and blue) Gel is best for maintaining dough consistency.
  • 1 tsp Cotton Candy Flavoring (optional) Enhances the nostalgic flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the large egg, vanilla extract, and buttermilk to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until fully blended and smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Divide the cookie dough into two equal portions. Add pink gel food coloring to one half and blue gel food coloring to the other.
  7. Take small portions of the pink and blue dough, and gently roll them together to form swirled balls, about one inch in diameter.
  8. Place the baking sheet in your preheated oven and bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes.
  9. Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgSugar: 8g

Notes

Ensure you don’t overmix the dough. Use gel food coloring for vivid colors. Store in an airtight container.

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