Description

Cotton Candy Cookies are a whimsical dessert that brings the joy of summer fairs right to your home. Bursting with sweet cotton candy flavor and featuring colorful sprinkles, these soft and chewy cookies are perfect for birthday parties, special occasions, or simply enjoying on a Tuesday afternoon. Easy to make and visually appealing, they are sure to delight kids and adults alike!

Ingredients

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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
¾ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
2 large eggs
2 tsp cotton candy flavoring
Food coloring (optional)
½ cup colorful sprinkles

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, followed by cotton candy flavoring and food coloring if using; mix until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
Gently fold in sprinkles with a spatula.
Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them out evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
Calories: 130
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: For extra fun, experiment with flavored extracts like vanilla or almond for added taste. Chilling the dough for 30 minutes can enhance the texture of your cookies. Consider gluten-free flour alternatives for dietary variations.