Cotton Candy Cookies
Cotton Candy Cookies are a delightful fusion of nostalgia and sweetness, reminiscent of carefree days at the fair. Each soft, chewy cookie bursts with the whimsical flavor of cotton candy, topped with colorful sprinkles that bring joy to every bite. Perfect for birthday parties, summer picnics, or cozy nights in, these cookies are incredibly easy to make and will surely be a hit among kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cotton candy flavoring or extract
- Cotton candy sprinkles for topping
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, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition along with the vanilla and cotton candy flavoring.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; fold in cotton candy sprinkles.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg