Description
Cotton Candy Frosting is a fun and whimsical buttercream that combines the smooth richness of butter with the sweet, nostalgic flavor of cotton candy. Perfect for cupcakes, cakes, or cookies, this frosting is easy to make and adds a playful touch to any dessert.
Ingredients
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Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 1 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring extract
- A few drops of pink or blue food coloring (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat the Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed to avoid splattering until all sugar is incorporated.
- Mix in Flavor and Cream: Add the cotton candy flavoring, heavy cream, pinch of salt, and food coloring if using.
- Beat to Fluffiness: Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat for 2 to 3 minutes until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
- Adjust Consistency: If needed, add an extra teaspoon of cream to adjust the consistency for easier spreading.
- Use or Store: Use immediately to frost cupcakes, cakes, or cookies, or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Notes
- Cotton candy flavoring is very concentrated—start with 1/2 teaspoon and adjust to taste.
- This frosting can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Before using refrigerated frosting, bring it to room temperature and re-whip for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
