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Finished Effortless Cotton Candy Cake with frosting and glitter.

Effortless Cotton Candy Cake Recipe Packed with Flavor

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Bring the fun of the carnival to your kitchen with this Effortless Cotton Candy Cake Recipe! This light, fluffy, and sweet treat is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any whimsical dessert. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this carnival cake recipe will impress both kids and adults.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix
  • 1 cup cotton candy flavored syrup
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • Pink and blue food coloring (optional)

For the Frosting:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup cotton candy flavored syrup
  • 2–4 tablespoons milk
  • Pink and blue sprinkles or edible glitter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large mixing bowl, combine white cake mix, cotton candy flavored syrup, vegetable oil, eggs, and milk. If desired, divide batter and add pink and blue food coloring to separate bowls.
  2. Mix the Batter Well: Using an electric mixer, beat ingredients on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase to medium speed and beat for 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Bake the Cake Layers: Divide batter evenly between prepared pans, alternating pink and blue batter for a marbled effect, if colored. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Prepare the Frosting and Decorate: While cakes cool, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with cotton candy flavored syrup, until light and fluffy. Add milk until desired consistency is reached. Level cooled cakes, frost one layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the entire cake. Decorate with sprinkles or edible glitter.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
  • Don’t overbake the cake; check for doneness around 25 minutes.
  • Let the cakes cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Brush cooled cake layers with a little cotton candy syrup for an extra flavor boost.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 55g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Find it online: https://superdailyrecipes.com/effortless-cotton-candy-cake-recipe-packed-with-flavor/