Cotton Candy Recipe
American · Dessert · 10 min total
Homemade cotton candy is a fun and fluffy treat that melts in your mouth. This recipe uses a simple sugar mixture and a cotton candy machine to create the classic carnival favorite.
5
min prep
min prep
5
min cook
min cook
8
servings
servings
120
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
- Bring mixture to a boil without stirring. Attach a candy thermometer and cook until temperature reaches 320°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and food coloring if desired.
- Let the mixture cool slightly until it stops bubbling, then pour into the cotton candy machine's reservoir.
- Turn on the machine and spin the cone or stick in the center to collect the cotton candy. Repeat until all syrup is used.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.
Tips
- Work quickly as the syrup hardens fast.
- Use a separate machine for different colors to avoid mixing.
- Store in a dry place to prevent melting.
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