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Cotton Candy Cookies


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cotton candy cookies that are soft, chewy, and perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk (or substitute with 1/4 cup milk mixed with 1 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Gel food coloring (pink and blue)
  • Cotton candy flavoring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and combine well.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Divide the dough and color one half pink and the other half blue using gel food coloring.
  7. Form the cookie discs by layering the colored dough and rolling them into balls.
  8. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set.
  9. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to two months.

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg