Description

A whimsical and colorful dessert that captures the fun, sweet flavor of cotton candy in cake form. Perfect for parties or any celebration needing a playful, sugary treat with a nostalgic carnival vibe.

Ingredients

1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients called for on the box)

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup milk

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup cotton candy (divided into colors, if desired)

1/2 cup cotton candy syrup or flavored extract (optional for added cotton candy flavor)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, prepare the cake mix according to the instructions on the box, using the specified ingredients.
Add the softened butter, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, and salt to the cake mix, then blend everything until smooth.
Divide the batter into separate bowls, depending on how many colors you want to create.
Add small amounts of cotton candy to each bowl, stirring until you achieve the desired color and flavor. If you want a stronger cotton candy taste, mix in cotton candy syrup or flavored extract as well.
Pour the colored batters into the prepared cake pans, layering or swirling the colors to create a fun marbled effect.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, frost the cake with cotton candy flavored frosting—store-bought or homemade—and top with additional cotton candy for decoration.

Notes

You can add different colored cotton candy to create vibrant swirls inside the cake.

Cotton candy syrup or flavored extracts are optional for a stronger cotton candy flavor.

Use flavored frostings like vanilla or strawberry to complement the cotton candy taste.

Decorate with edible glitter or candy pieces for extra festivity.

Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Reheat slices gently in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to avoid melting frosting.

Freeze unfrosted cake layers wrapped tightly for up to 3 months; thaw in fridge overnight before frosting.

Add cotton candy gradually and stir gently to minimize melting in the batter.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximate)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 60mg