Cotton Candy Cookies Delicate Bites (Printable Page)

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tsp baking soda
03 - ½ tsp fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - ½ cup granulated sugar
06 - ½ cup packed brown sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 2 tsp cotton candy flavoring

→ Optional Additions

09 - Few drops of food coloring (e.g., pink or blue)
10 - Sprinkles in pastel colors

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - Beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a separate bowl until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Add the egg and cotton candy flavoring to the butter mixture. Optionally, incorporate a few drops of food coloring.
05 - Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
06 - If desired, gently fold in sprinkles to the dough.
07 - Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, ensuring enough space between cookies for spreading.
08 - Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
09 - Cool cookies on baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Helpful Tips:

01 - These cookies freeze well. Store them in a freezer-safe bag and microwave for a few seconds to enjoy warm.
02 - Experiment with different extracts, like vanilla or almond, for varied flavors.

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