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Cotton Candy Cookies
Cotton Candy Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with sweet carnival flavors, making them a fun and colorful treat for all ages.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings:
12
people
Calories:
150 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- butter unsalted, softened, 1 cup
- granulated sugar 1 cup
- egg large
- vanilla extract
- all-purpose flour 2 cups
- cotton candy extract
- baking powder
- cotton candy pink and blue, torn into small pieces, half cup
- salt ¼ teaspoon
- Food Coloring pink and blue, optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and cotton candy extract. Mix well.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
- Add Cotton Candy & Color: Gently fold in small cotton candy pieces. For a vibrant look, divide dough and tint each half pink or blue.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet. Slightly flatten.
- Bake: Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool & Serve: Let cool on a rack before enjoying the sweet cotton candy flavor!
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Notes
- Make Ahead: Prepare the dough in advance and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Bake fresh when ready.
- Customizing the Flavor: Enhance with sprinkles or white chocolate chips. Adjust cotton candy extract for a stronger or milder taste.
- Serving Suggestions: Enjoy with a cold glass of milk or serve at parties for a fun, colorful treat.
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
150kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
20g
(7%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
20mg
(7%)
Sodium
40mg
(2%)
Sugar
12g
(24%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 150kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 40mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.