Introduction

Cotton Candy Cloud Bites are delightful mini treats that combine fluffy texture with whimsical colors and flavors reminiscent of carnival cotton candy. Perfect for parties or a fun snack, these bites bring a playful twist to classic mini muffins.

The image shows three small round sweets stacked on a white plate with a smooth surface, all resting on a wooden table. Each sweet has three visible layers: a bright blue core in the center, surrounded by a thick white middle layer that looks soft and sticky, and then a pink outer layer covered with tiny round sprinkles in white, blue, and pink colors. The top sweet is broken open, clearly displaying the bright blue inside, while the two below also show a bite revealing the blue and white layers. The background features kitchen utensils softly blurred, and the entire scene is set against a white marbled texture surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup milk
1 large egg
¼ cup butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cotton candy flavoring
A few drops of pink food coloring
A few drops of blue food coloring

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and cotton candy flavoring.
Step 4: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Avoid overmixing.
Step 5: Divide the batter evenly into two bowls. Tint one batch with pink food coloring and the other with blue food coloring. Stir until the colors are evenly distributed.
Step 6: Spoon a little of each colored batter into the mini muffin cups, layering pink and blue. Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the colors.
Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Let the bites cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9: Optionally, top your cooled bites with whipped frosting and sprinkle with cotton candy pieces just before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use gel food coloring for more vibrant pink and blue hues without thinning the batter.
Swap cotton candy flavoring with vanilla or almond extract for a different twist.
For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use a plant-based butter alternative.
Add a sprinkle of edible glitter on top to enhance the whimsical look.

Storage

Store the Cotton Candy Cloud Bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Allow refrigerated or frozen bites to come to room temperature before serving. Reheat briefly in a warm oven if desired to restore softness.

How to Serve

A round white plate holds nine small round cookies with three layers each: a smooth pink top layer with small white, blue, yellow, and orange round sprinkles evenly spread, a thin white middle layer beneath it, and a thicker blue bottom layer inside, visible in one cookie that is bitten, revealing the soft, bright blue inside. The cookies are arranged neatly in close rows on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these bites without cotton candy flavoring?

Yes, you can omit the cotton candy flavoring and use vanilla or almond extract instead. The bites will still be delicious, though they won’t have the signature cotton candy taste.

What if I don’t have a mini muffin tin?

You can bake the batter in a regular muffin tin, but baking times may increase slightly. Keep an eye on them and use a toothpick to check for doneness.

Cotton Candy Cloud Bites Recipe

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Cotton Candy Cloud Bites are delightful mini muffins featuring swirls of pink and blue batter flavored with cotton candy extract. These light, fluffy treats bring a playful, carnival-inspired twist to traditional muffins and are perfect for parties, snacks, or a whimsical dessert.

Author: Marco
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Yield: 24 mini muffins 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

½ cup milk
1 large egg
¼ cup butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cotton candy flavoring

Coloring

A few drops of pink food coloring
A few drops of blue food coloring

Optional Toppings

Whipped frosting
Cotton candy pieces for sprinkling

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners to ensure easy removal of the bites after baking.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until the mixture is evenly combined. This helps distribute the leavening agents uniformly.
Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and cotton candy flavoring until well combined and smooth.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredient bowl, stirring gently with a spatula until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Take care not to overmix to keep the batter light.
Add Color: Divide the batter evenly into two separate bowls. Add a few drops of pink food coloring to one bowl and a few drops of blue food coloring to the other. Stir each until the colors are evenly distributed.
Create the Swirls: Spoon alternating dollops of pink and blue batter into the mini muffin cups, layering the colors. Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the batter together, creating a marbled effect without blending the colors fully.
Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a bite; it should come out clean or with a few crumbs attached.
Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from becoming soggy from steam.
Add Toppings (Optional): Once cooled, top the Cotton Candy Cloud Bites with whipped frosting and sprinkle with cotton candy pieces just before serving for added sweetness and decoration.

Notes

Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.
If cotton candy flavoring is unavailable, vanilla extract alone can be used, though flavor authenticity will vary.
Use fresh cotton candy pieces for topping for the best texture and flavor.
These bites are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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