Description
Cotton candy cupcakes are a whimsical dessert that brings the nostalgic taste of childhood fairs to life. With fluffy pastel frosting and a delightful cotton candy flavor, these easy-to-make treats are perfect for birthday parties, summer picnics, or simply as a sweet indulgence at home. Each bite offers a burst of joy and sweetness that will surely impress your friends and family. Get ready to elevate your dessert game with this enchanting recipe!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp cotton candy flavoring
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in cotton candy flavoring.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients with milk until just combined (do not overmix).
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before frosting with cotton candy-flavored frosting and sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg