Looking for a fun and colorful treat to brighten up any occasion? Look no further than these delightful Cotton Candy Cookies! With their vibrant pink and blue swirls and sweet cotton candy flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Plus, they’re easy to make and perfect for parties, bake sales, or just a sweet treat for yourself.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- Great Flavors: These cookies have a unique cotton candy flavor that will transport you back to your childhood.
- Quick Prep Time: With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up a batch of these cookies in no time.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether you’re hosting a party or just want to brighten up your day, these cookies are a fun and festive addition to any event.
Ingredient Notes:
- All-purpose flour: Provides structure and texture to the cookies.
- Granulated sugar: Adds sweetness and helps the cookies to spread while baking.
- Baking powder and baking soda: Leavening agents that help the cookies rise.
- Salt: Enhances the flavors in the cookies.
- Unsalted butter: Adds richness and flavor to the dough.
- Buttermilk (or substitute with milk mixed with lemon juice or vinegar): Adds moisture and tanginess to the cookies.
- Large egg: Binds the ingredients together.
- Vanilla extract: Adds a classic vanilla flavor to the cookies.
- Gel food coloring (pink and blue): Creates the vibrant swirls in the dough.
- Cotton candy flavoring (optional): Enhances the cotton candy flavor in the cookies.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to °F (°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg, vanilla extract, and buttermilk to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Divide the dough in half and mix in pink and blue gel food coloring to each portion.
- Roll small amounts of pink and blue dough together to create a swirl effect.
- Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for -minutes.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Helpful Tips:
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors that won’t alter the dough’s texture.
- Chill the dough if it’s too soft to handle.
- Gently swirl the pink and blue dough together for a fun cotton candy look.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this can make the cookies tough.
- Keep an eye on the cookies while baking to prevent overbaking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Serving Suggestions:
These Cotton Candy Cookies are perfect on their own but can also be served with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. To reheat, place them in a °F oven for a few minutes until warm.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use liquid food coloring instead of gel? Gel food coloring works best for vibrant colors without altering the dough’s texture.
- Can I freeze the cookie dough? Yes, you can freeze the dough for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before baking.
- Can I skip the cotton candy flavoring? Yes, the cookies will still be delicious without it.
Conclusion:
These Cotton Candy Cookies are a fun and colorful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With their vibrant swirls and sweet cotton candy flavor, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Give this recipe a try and let us know how you like it! Enjoy!
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Cotton Candy Cookies Recipe – Fun & Colorful Treats
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10-12 mins
- Total Time: 32-34 mins
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Cotton Candy Cookies are a fun and colorful treat that will delight both kids and adults. With swirls of pink and blue dough, these cookies are not only visually appealing but also have a hint of nostalgic cotton candy flavor.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup buttermilk (substitute: 1/4 cup milk mixed with 1 tsp lemon juice or vinegar)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Additional:
- Gel food coloring (pink and blue)
- Cotton candy flavoring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat butter and sugar: Use an electric mixer to beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add wet ingredients: Mix in egg, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth.
- Combine dry and wet: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet and mix until just combined.
- Add coloring: Divide dough, color with pink and blue gel food coloring, then swirl together.
- Bake: Roll dough into balls, place on baking sheet, bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool and serve: Let cookies cool before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant shades.
- Chill the dough if too soft to handle.
- Swirl pink and blue dough to create a cotton candy effect.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg