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Cotton Candy Cookies Recipe

Cotton Candy Cookies Recipe

5 from 16 reviews

These Cotton Candy Cookies are a whimsical treat that will transport you to the carnival with every bite. They are soft, chewy, and bursting with the nostalgic flavor of cotton candy. Perfect for kids’ parties or whenever you want a fun and colorful dessert!

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp cotton candy flavoring

Optional:

  • Food coloring and sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter & Sugars: In another bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Egg & Flavoring: Mix in the egg and cotton candy flavoring. Add food coloring if desired.
  5. Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Add Sprinkles: Gently fold in sprinkles, if using.
  7. Bake: Scoop dough onto baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
  8. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • You can customize these cookies with different food coloring for various occasions.
  • Adjust the cotton candy flavoring to suit your taste preferences.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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Keywords: Cotton Candy Cookies, Cotton Candy Flavor, Fun Cookies, Colorful Treat, Dessert Recipe