Cotton Candy Cookies Recipe

These melt-in-your-mouth Cotton Candy Cookies are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Inspired by a playful kitchen experiment, these cookies capture the whimsical essence of cotton candy with a delightful, light-as-air texture. Easily customizable, you can swap in your favorite extract – raspberry (as pictured!), coconut for dreamy coconut macaroons, or any other flavor that sparks your imagination. Get ready to experience a burst of sweet nostalgia with every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 311.7 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Cotton Candy Cookies

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How to Make Cotton Candy Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat 3 large egg whites with 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar and 1 teaspoon of your choice of extract (raspberry, coconut, etc.) until soft peaks form.
  3. Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form. Be sure to beat on medium-high speed for the best results.
  4. Using a teaspoon, drop rounded mounds of cookie mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set. Do not overbake!
  6. Let the cookies cool slightly on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

301g

Fat

0g

Carbs

25g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cotton Candy Cookies?

Cotton Candy Cookies takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cotton Candy Cookies?

Cotton Candy Cookies has approximately 311.7 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cotton Candy Cookies?

The key ingredients for Cotton Candy Cookies are Egg Whites, Salt, Cream Of Tartar, Raspberry Extract, Vanilla Extract, Granulated Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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