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Magical Cotton Candy Cookies

Magical Cotton Candy Cookies

Magical Cotton Candy Cookies are a delightful tribute to nostalgic treats, fun to make and perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Butter Softened, can substitute with vegan butter.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can add extra moisture if desired.
  • 2 Eggs Use a flax egg for a vegan alternative.
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour blend can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal leavening.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Can be omitted for low-sodium diets.
  • 2 teaspoons Cotton Candy Flavoring Vanilla extract can replace it, but taste will change.
  • as needed Food Coloring (optional) Gel colors work best for vibrant hues.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in 2 large eggs and 2 teaspoons of cotton candy flavoring, blending until fully incorporated.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Add food coloring if desired, mixing until you achieve the desired hue.
  7. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers appear soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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