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Dairy-Free Sour Cotton Candy Delight

Tangy Dairy-Free Treat with a Cotton Candy Twist

6servings
50 min
Moderate
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Dairy-Free Sour Cotton Candy Delight

About this recipe

Indulge in this delightful dairy-free treat, perfect for lactose-intolerant and vegan dessert lovers. The sour zing of citric acid combined with the whimsical sweetness of cotton candy makes for a truly unique dessert experience that's fun to make and even more fun to eat.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp citric acid
  • 1/4 tsp natural pink food coloring
  • 1/4 cup dairy-free sour cream
  • 1/4 cup dairy-free whipped cream
  • 1/4 cup cotton candy

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine sugar, corn syrup, water, cream of tartar, and salt in a medium saucepan; stir to blend.

  2. 2

    Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture reaches 320°F.

  3. 3

    Remove from heat and stir in apple cider vinegar, vanilla extract, citric acid, and food coloring.

  4. 4

    Pour onto a silicone mat or greased parchment paper to cool for 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Whisk dairy-free sour cream and whipped cream together until smooth.

  6. 6

    Spread cream mixture over cooled candy and sprinkle with cotton candy.

  7. 7

    Allow to cool completely, then break into pieces to serve.

Chef's tip

Ensure the candy mixture reaches exactly 320°F for the ideal texture. Adjust citric acid to taste for desired sourness.

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