Description
Indulge in the whimsical delight of Cotton Candy Cookies, where soft, chewy texture meets the vibrant flavors of childhood. These colorful treats evoke memories of county fairs and sugary bliss, making them perfect for any celebration or just a sweet pick-me-up. Easy to make and fun to decorate, these cookies promise to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Bake a batch today and enjoy the magic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp cotton candy flavoring
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the cotton candy flavoring and food coloring if desired.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers are soft.
- Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg