Description

These delightful Cotton Candy Cookies are a whimsical treat that captures the fun and nostalgia of cotton candy. With a swirl of pink and blue, these soft, marbled cookies are perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring

Optional:

pink and blue gel food coloring
1/2 cup white chocolate chips or sprinkles

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
Cream Butter and Sugars: Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and cotton candy flavoring until well combined.
Combine and Color: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Divide dough, color one half pink and the other blue.
Create Marbled Effect: Gently swirl the colored doughs together to create a marbled effect. Fold in white chocolate chips or sprinkles if desired.
Bake: Scoop dough onto baking sheet and bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are set. Cool on sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Cotton candy flavoring can be found online or in specialty baking stores.
For a stronger flavor, add an extra 1/4 teaspoon of cotton candy flavoring to taste.
Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain their soft texture.