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This cotton candy frosting recipe is SO fun, with sweet cotton candy flavor and pretty pink frosting that makes any batch of cupcakes feel extra special! It’s an easy homemade frosting to save for birthdays, parties, or anytime you want a little something different.
Why You’ll Love This Cotton Candy Frosting!
Can I be the first to tell you that if you’re looking for a cotton candy frosting recipe, THIS IS IT!
This has become one of my top favorites. If I ever opened up a bakery, this frosting would be on the shelf every single day. Luckily for you guys, I’m not going to do that, so I can share it right here instead! ;)
I mean, cotton candy frosting on cupcakes?! SO fun! It’s sweet, creamy, and buttery, with that playful cotton candy flavor that makes every bite feel like a trip to the candy shop. The pretty pink color and colorful sprinkles make it even cuter, and I love how it turns a simple cupcake into something that feels extra special. Just imagine that fluffy frosting paired with a soft cupcake. SO good!
I can see this being adorable for birthday parties, celebrations, or anytime you want a dessert that’s a little more playful. And if you’re in the mood for something more classic, you have to try my homemade vanilla frosting, too!
If you make these, I would LOVE to see your cupcakes! Share your creations with #sobestfriendsforfrosting so I can see what you come up with!
COTTON CANDY FROSTING RECIPE
Ingredients
- 2 sticks butter, softened
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon cotton candy flavor
- red food coloring, as needed
Instructions
- In a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, add all butter and beat on high for 4 minutes, scraping the bowl once light and fluffy.
- Add the rest of the ingredients to the mixer and mix on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase speed to high until frosting is smooth.
- Once I frosted the cupcakes, I sprinkled non nonpareils on top. Enjoy! :)
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I put more cotton candy flavoring than stated. Still can’t taste the cotton candy flavor.
Ahh! I am so sorry to hear. It can differ per each brand.
Lol
Doesn’t turn out with a cotton candy flavor but a vanilla one. It is really good though. It’s light and fluffy.
Can you please let us know what piping tips you used. Thanks
What brand of cotton candy oil did you use?
I got the cotton candy from the amusement park but it’s pretty much for an extra flair of decor. Use any you would like!
So adorable I love these !! What piping tip did you use?
Did you use LorAnn’s cotton candy flavor? Looks yummy!
about how many cupcakes does this frost?
Thank you in advance :)