Description
Bring a burst of joy to your baking with Cotton Candy Cookies! These delightful, colorful cookies combine the classic sweetness of sugar cookies with the enchanting flavor of cotton candy, making them perfect for birthdays or any celebration. Their vibrant pink and blue hues are visually stunning, ensuring they’ll be a hit with both kids and adults alike. With a soft texture and irresistible flavor, these whimsical treats will have everyone reaching for seconds. Plus, they’re easy to make, allowing bakers of all skill levels to join in on the fun!
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
- ½ tsp almond extract
- Pink food coloring, a few drops
- Blue food coloring, a few drops
- Cotton candy flavoring (optional), adjust to taste
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy in a separate bowl. Beat in the egg along with vanilla and almond extracts.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide dough in half; color one half pink and the other blue. Roll small balls combining both colors for each cookie.
- Place cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet and add sprinkles if desired.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft. Allow cookies to 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: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg