Cotton Candy Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)

Soft, colorful treats with the nostalgic flavor of cotton candy in a delicious cookie form that's perfect for any celebration.

# Ingredients:

01 - 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - ½ teaspoon baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon salt
05 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1½ cups granulated sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - ½ teaspoon almond extract
10 - Pink food coloring, a few drops
11 - Blue food coloring, a few drops
12 - Cotton candy flavoring, optional, adjust to taste
13 - Sprinkles, optional, for decoration

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
05 - Divide the dough in half; color one portion pink and the other blue. Form small balls by combining both colors.
06 - Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with optional decorations if desired.
07 - Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Let the cookies cool before serving.