Crispy Cotton Candy Bombs (Printer-Friendly)
Golden-fried dough filled with airy cotton candy cream cheese, coated in sweet sugar for a fun treat.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Filling
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract
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1/2 tsp cotton candy flavoring extract
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1/2 cup whipped topping (real whipped cream preferred)
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2 tbsp heavy cream
→ Dough
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8 biscuit dough rounds
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour for dusting
→ Frying and Coating
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4 cups vegetable oil
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1 cup granulated sugar
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Pastel powdered sugar for dusting
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Fresh cotton candy for garnish
# Steps to Follow:
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In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth, about 3 minutes. Blend in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cotton candy flavoring until fully incorporated, scraping down sides frequently. Gently fold in whipped topping and heavy cream to maintain an airy texture. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
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Lightly flour a clean work surface. Flatten each biscuit dough round with your hands or a rolling pin to approximately 1/8 inch thickness, forming thin, even circles. If dough resists stretching, let it rest for a minute before continuing.
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Scoop 1 to 2 tablespoons of chilled filling and gently roll into a ball. Place it in the center of each dough circle. Gather dough edges tightly around the filling, pinching to seal completely. Roll sealed balls between cupped palms for a smooth finish.
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Pour vegetable oil into a heavy, deep pot and heat over medium until temperature reaches 350°F (177°C). Test oil readiness by dropping a small piece of dough; it should sizzle and float within 2 to 3 seconds.
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Carefully lower 3 to 4 filled bombs into hot oil using a slotted spoon, spacing evenly. Fry for 1 to 2 minutes per side, turning gently once bottoms are golden brown. Remove when both sides are deeply golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
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While still warm, toss bombs in granulated sugar until evenly coated. For enhanced cotton candy flavor, add a dash of flavoring to the sugar before rolling.
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Arrange bombs on serving plates. Sift pastel powdered sugar over the tops and crown with fresh cotton candy tufts. Serve immediately for warm, gooey centers or allow to cool slightly for firmer bites.
# Helpful Hints:
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Chilling the filling is crucial to prevent oozing during frying and helps maintain structure.
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Test oil temperature before frying to avoid greasy results and ensure a crisp shell.