Description
Discover how to make the enchanting Cotton Candy Cake, a magical dessert that’s perfect for any celebration. This detailed guide includes all the ingredients and step-by-step instructions needed to create a visually stunning and deliciously sweet cake that combines the nostalgic flavor of cotton candy with vibrant colors. Ideal for birthdays, parties, or any special occasion, this cake is sure to impress and delight your guests. Follow our recipe to bake a masterpiece that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
4 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
1/2 cup cotton candy, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Pink and blue food coloring
Frosting Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2–3 tablespoons milk
Pink and blue food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg whites one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Gradually add flour mixture and milk alternately to the butter mixture. Divide the batter and color one part pink and the other blue. Fold in chopped cotton candy.
- Pour into pans, swirl for a marbled effect, and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat butter, gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, then milk for spreading consistency. Color as desired.
- Frost the cake, layering pink and blue, and garnish with cotton candy.
Notes
Add cotton candy garnish just before serving to prevent melting.
Use a warm knife for clean slices.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge if not serving immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American