Fluffy Cloud Cookies
These whimsical cotton candy cookies are as light as a cloud and bursting with sweet, airy flavors. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and beautiful pastel hues, these cookies are perfect for any occasion that calls for a touch of magic.
ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup cotton candy (crushed)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Pastel food coloring (optional)
- Edible glitter (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl, and mix until well combined.
- 4.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 5.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- 6.
If desired, separate the dough into smaller bowls and add a few drops of food coloring to each, creating pastel shades.
- 7.
Fold the crushed cotton candy into the dough, gently mixing it until evenly distributed.
- 8.
Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them on the lined baking sheet, leaving space in between.
- 9.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake.
- 10.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 11.
Optional: Sprinkle edible glitter over the cooled cookies to add a touch of sparkle.