Cotton Candy Cookies
Cotton Candy Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with sweet carnival flavors, making them a fun and colorful treat for all ages.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon cotton candy extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup pink and blue cotton candy, torn into small pieces
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Pink and blue food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and cotton candy extract. Mix well.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
- Add Cotton Candy & Color: Gently fold in small cotton candy pieces. For a vibrant look, divide dough and tint each half pink or blue.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet. Slightly flatten.
- Bake: Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool & Serve: Let cool on a rack before enjoying the sweet cotton candy flavor!
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prepare the dough in advance and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Bake fresh when ready.
- Customizing the Flavor: Enhance with sprinkles or white chocolate chips. Adjust cotton candy extract for a stronger or milder taste.
- Serving Suggestions: Enjoy with a cold glass of milk or serve at parties for a fun, colorful treat.
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.