Description
Indulge in a whimsical treat with this tender, flavorful Cotton Candy Cake, featuring moist layers and a fluffy cotton candy-infused frosting. Perfect for birthdays, parties, or any occasion that calls for a touch of magic.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons cotton candy flavoring (for cake)
- Food coloring (pink, blue, optional)
- For the Frosting:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 4–5 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 teaspoons cotton candy flavoring (for frosting)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Cake Layers: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk melted butter, oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, and 1 tsp cotton candy flavoring. Add wet to dry, mixing until just combined. Divide batter, add optional food coloring, and bake for 28-32 minutes. Cool completely.
- Whip Cotton Candy Frosting: In a large bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then heavy cream, vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and 2-3 tsp cotton candy flavoring, beating until fluffy. Divide and tint with food coloring if desired.
- Assemble and Decorate: Level cooled cake layers. Place one layer on a serving plate, spread with a generous layer of frosting. Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the entire cake. Garnish with real cotton candy just before serving, if using.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins