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Cotton Candy Cookies Recipe

Chewy Cotton Candy Cookies Recipe for Sweet Nostalgic Joy

Delight in these Cotton Candy Cookies, a nostalgic dessert infused with sweet flavors and colorful aesthetics, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Works with buttermilk.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (Softened) Provides richness.
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with plant-based milk and lemon juice.
  • 1 Large Egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds flavor.
For the Coloring
  • as needed Gel Food Coloring (Pink and Blue) For vibrant hues.
  • as needed Cotton Candy Flavoring (Optional) Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer

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 flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and buttermilk to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until smooth.
  5. Slowly integrate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Divide the dough in half and add pink gel food coloring to one half and blue to the other.
  7. Roll the colored dough into 1-inch balls, combining them for a swirled effect.
  8. Place the cookie balls on the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies can be made gluten-free and dairy-free with appropriate substitutes. Store in an airtight container to preserve freshness.

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