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Cotton Candy Cloud Bites Recipe

Cotton Candy Cloud Bites Recipe


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Sweet cotton candy cloud bites float between whimsy and indulgence, offering delicate morsels of sugary magic. Pillowy clouds melt on your palate, creating a playful dessert experience that sparks childhood memories.


Ingredients

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Primary Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk

Leavening and Seasoning:

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Flavor and Color Enhancers:

  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring
  • A few drops pink food coloring
  • A few drops blue food coloring

Instructions

  1. Prepare the baking workspace by heating the oven to 350°F and arranging mini muffin liners in the tin.
  2. Combine dry ingredients in a mixing bowl, whisking flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
  3. In a separate vessel, blend liquid components thoroughly – incorporating milk, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and cotton candy flavoring until silky smooth.
  4. Slowly introduce wet mixture into dry ingredients, stirring gently to create a unified batter without overmixing.
  5. Separate the batter into two equal portions, then transform each section with vibrant pink and blue food coloring.
  6. Create a playful marbled effect by carefully spooning alternating colored batters into each mini muffin cavity, using a toothpick to create delicate swirls.
  7. Transfer the tin to the preheated oven, baking for 10-12 minutes until a testing skewer emerges completely clean.
  8. Allow the miniature treats to cool completely, transforming into delicate, cloud-like confections.
  9. Elevate the presentation by optional garnishing with fluffy whipped frosting and delicate cotton candy fragments for an extra touch of whimsy.

Notes

  • Customize colors by using gel food coloring for vibrant, even-toned batter without altering liquid consistency.
  • Prevent over-mixing by gently folding ingredients until just combined, ensuring tender, light cloud bites.
  • Substitute dairy milk with almond or oat milk for a vegan-friendly version that maintains the fluffy texture.
  • Store bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to preserve their soft, delicate crumb.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 100 mg
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 17 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg