Soft Cotton Candy Sugar Cookies
Deliciously soft sugar cookies infused with authentic cotton candy flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Use a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps cookies rise.
- ½ teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free option.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Sugar substitute like erythritol can be used.
- ½ cup brown sugar Provides caramel-like depth.
- 2 large eggs Flax eggs can be used for vegan alternative.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.
- 1 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring Key ingredient for flavor.
- optional colorful sprinkles For a festive touch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly blended.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and cotton candy flavoring to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the colorful sprinkles if using.
- Use a cookie scoop to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the tops are pale and edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 20-30 minutes before baking. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days.