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Delicious slice of cotton candy cake with festive decorations, perfect for a weeknight treat.

A Simple Cotton Candy Cake Recipe for Busy Weeknights

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Indulge in a delightful and easy-to-make Cotton Candy Cake, perfect for busy weeknights or any special occasion. This fluffy cake recipe combines the nostalgic flavor of cotton candy with a light, airy texture that will delight both kids and adults. Get ready to transform your kitchen into a sweet-smelling cakery with this whimsical delight!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 oz) Cotton Candy flavored cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • Optional: Cotton candy frosting, sprinkles, and cotton candy strands for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cotton candy cake mix, water, oil, and eggs.
  3. Use an electric mixer to beat the ingredients together until well combined, about 2-3 minutes, ensuring no lumps.
  4. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
  7. Invert them onto a cooling rack and let them cool completely.
  8. Once the cakes are cool, frost them with cotton candy frosting and decorate with sprinkles and cotton candy strands, if desired.
  9. Enjoy your delightful cotton candy cake!

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and better cake texture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter; mix until just combined to avoid a tough cake.
  • Ensure your oven is properly preheated for even baking.
  • Let the cakes cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • For an extra burst of cotton candy flavor, add a few drops of cotton candy flavoring to the batter.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 300 Kcal
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg