Cotton Candy Cookies – Soft, Sweet, and Colorful

These Cotton Candy Cookies are soft, fluffy, and bursting with the fun flavors and colors of cotton candy. Perfect for birthday parties, special occasions, or just a whimsical treat, these cookies are easy to make and bring a playful twist to your baking. With their light texture and sweet, airy flavor, they’re sure to delight both kids and adults alike.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Fun & Colorful – Inspired by cotton candy, these cookies are a visual and flavorful treat.
Soft & Fluffy – Light, tender texture perfect for snacking.
Easy & Quick – Minimal ingredients and straightforward steps.
Perfect for Any Occasion – Great for parties, celebrations, or a sweet everyday snack.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup cotton candy-flavored baking chips or cotton candy-flavored candy pieces
• Optional: food coloring for extra fun

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
   In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars
   In a separate bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
4. Combine & Fold
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Gently fold in cotton candy-flavored chips or candy pieces and food coloring if using.
5. Shape Cookies
   Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly.
6. Bake
   Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 140
Protein: 1g
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Sugar: 12g
Fiber: 0g

Tips for Success

• Do Not Overmix – Overmixing the dough can make cookies dense instead of fluffy.
• Add Color Gradually – Start with a small amount of food coloring to get the desired hue without overpowering flavor.
• Cool Before Serving – Let cookies cool slightly so the cotton candy flavor stays intact.

Why This Recipe Works

The combination of soft, tender cookie dough with sweet cotton candy-flavored chips creates a whimsical, melt-in-your-mouth treat. The light texture ensures that each bite is airy and fun, while the candy adds a playful crunch and flavor burst.

Cotton Candy Cookies are a quick and delightful treat that bring sweetness, color, and fun to any occasion. Perfect for parties or as a cheerful everyday snack, these cookies are sure to become a favorite.