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cotton candy cake

Cotton Candy Cake

Discover the magic of cotton candy cake with our guide. Learn recipes, variations like vegan cupcakes, and tips for decorating this whimsical dessert.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Piping bags for frosting
  • Cake pans

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • q.s. cotton candy for flavor and decoration
  • q.s. edible glitter for decoration, optional
  • q.s. sprinkles for decoration, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Mix in the vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
  • Mix until just combined.
  • Fold in crushed cotton candy for flavor.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  • Frost the cooled cakes with cotton candy flavored frosting.
  • Decorate the top with edible glitter, sprinkles, and additional cotton candy.

Notes

For a fun twist, add a layer of crushed cotton candy filling between the cake layers. To enhance the nostalgic flavor, try pairing the cake with berry-flavored frostings. If you’re making vegan cupcakes, substitute eggs with aquafaba and use plant-based milk and butter. Always store your cotton candy cake in an airtight container to keep it fresh. Consider using an airtight container for up to 1 week in the fridge, but it’s best enjoyed fresh within a couple of days.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 90mg | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
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