Description
These Cotton Candy Cloud Bites are whimsical and delightful treats that are perfect for parties or a fun dessert. The colorful swirls and sweet cotton candy flavor make them a hit with both kids and adults.
Ingredients
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For the Cloud Bites:
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon cotton candy extract
- 2 cups crispy rice cereal
- Pink and blue food coloring
- Pastel sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the Marshmallows: In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add the mini marshmallows and stir constantly until fully melted and smooth.
- Add Extract and Divide: Remove from heat and stir in the cotton candy extract. Divide the mixture into two bowls.
- Color the Mixtures: Add pink food coloring to one bowl and blue to the other. Mix gently until colors are incorporated.
- Coat with Cereal: Add 1 cup of rice cereal to each bowl and stir until coated.
- Form the Bites: Pinch and roll colored mixtures together into bite-sized balls. Top with sprinkles.
- Set and Serve: Place on a tray lined with parchment paper and let set for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Adjust colors and flavors to suit different themes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
