The Cotton Candy Cake is a whimsical creation that brings the joy and nostalgia of a carnival right to your table. With its vibrant pink and blue layers, this cake is a visual feast, reminiscent of fluffy cotton candy clouds against a bright summer sky. The addition of actual cotton candy not only infuses the cake with its signature sweet flavor but also adds a playful touch that delights both children and adults alike.
This cake is more than just a dessert; it’s an experience. Each bite transports you to moments of pure joy, like the excitement of a fairground. It’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any day that needs a sprinkle of magic. The process of making it, from tinting the batter to creating the marbled frosting effect, is a creative journey that ends with the rewarding sight of smiles all around the table. Dive into this Cotton Candy Cake and let your taste buds revel in the sweet, airy goodness that is as enchanting to eat as it is to look at.
Cotton Candy Cake
Whimsical Cloud of Sweetness
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup cotton candy, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- Pink and blue food coloring
Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pink and blue food coloring to match the cake layers
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Stir in chopped cotton candy.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Tint one batter pink and the other blue with food coloring. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, beating until smooth. Divide frosting into two bowls and tint one pink and the other blue.
- Once cakes are cool, frost and stack them, using pink and blue frosting to create a marbled effect. Garnish with cotton candy.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 12 servings