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Magical Cotton Candy Cookies

Magical Cotton Candy Cookies that Spark Joy in Every Bite

These Magical Cotton Candy Cookies capture the essence of summer fairs, bringing joy in every bite!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Substituting with brown sugar adds a richer flavor.
  • 1 cup Butter (softened) Must be at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Cotton Candy Flavoring Look for baking-specific flavor extracts.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature eggs blend better.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Check the expiration date for effectiveness.
  • 2 3/4 cups All-Purpose Flour Swap for a gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 1 tsp Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Feel free to swap for other extracts.
For Decoration (Optional)
  • Colorful Sprinkles Add a touch of fun; sprinkle on top before baking.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and granulated sugar. Cream together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs, cotton candy flavoring, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until combined.
  6. Using a cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden and centers look soft but not wet.
  8. Allow to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is softened to room temperature for optimal blending. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies soft and chewy. Check bake time to prevent overbaking.

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