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Cotton Candy Ice Cream

A whimsical and colorful treat that combines the sweetness of cotton candy with creamy ice cream, perfect for summer parties and fun desserts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup cotton candy flavored, torn into small pieces
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup sprinkles for garnish
  • 1/2 cup additional cotton candy for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Ice Cream Base
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. Fold in the torn pieces of cotton candy until well combined.
Chill and Churn
  1. Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
  2. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
Freeze
  1. Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Serve
  1. Scoop the cotton candy ice cream into bowls and top with sprinkles and additional cotton candy if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a more intense cotton candy flavor, you can add a few drops of cotton candy flavoring extract during the mixing process.

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