These Cotton Candy Cloud Bites are a delightful, sweet treat that will remind you of a fun day at the fair! The soft, fluffy texture of the cake mix combined with the cotton candy flavor makes for a truly whimsical bite-sized dessert. Here’s a simple and fun recipe for these fluffy cotton candy-inspired bites:
Cotton Candy Cloud Bites 💖🍬
Ingredients:
- 2 cups white cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cotton candy extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Pink and blue food coloring
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the vanilla extract and cotton candy extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the white cake mix and mix until fully combined. The dough should be thick and sticky.
- Add the milk and stir until smooth, making sure everything is incorporated.
2. Color the Dough:
- Divide the dough into two equal portions.
- In the first portion, add a few drops of pink food coloring, mixing until you reach your desired shade of pink.
- In the second portion, add a few drops of blue food coloring, mixing until you achieve a pastel blue color.
3. Shape the Bites:
- Use your hands or a small cookie scoop to roll the dough into bite-sized balls. You can also roll each color of dough separately and then gently press them together to create a marbled effect.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
4. Bake:
- Bake the cloud bites in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden but the centers are still soft. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
5. Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cotton candy cloud bites to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, these cloud bites will have a soft, pillowy texture and the sweet, nostalgic flavor of cotton candy!
Tips:
- Cotton Candy Extract: If you can’t find cotton candy extract, you can use a small amount of cotton candy-flavored syrup or substitute it with more vanilla extract for a simpler flavor.
- Customization: You can add a sprinkle of colorful sprinkles on top before baking to give these bites even more of a fun, festive feel.
- Storage: Store the bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
Enjoy your Cotton Candy Cloud Bites—they’re as fun to make as they are to eat! Perfect for parties, celebrations, or any time you want a sweet treat that’s as light as a cloud! ☁️💖🍬
