Ingredients for Crispy Cotton Candy Cheesecake Bombs
- 1/2 teaspoon cotton candy extract
- 1/4 cup whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- Pink and blue sanding sugar or crushed cotton candy
How I Make Crispy Cotton Candy Cheesecake Bombs
I start by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, cotton candy extract, and whipped topping until the filling is smooth and fluffy. I chill the mixture for 30 minutes so it’s firm enough to scoop.
Meanwhile, I combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, then press a thin layer onto a tray and chill to set—this makes rolling easier.
Using a small scoop or spoon, I portion the cold cheesecake mixture into balls and roll each quickly in the chilled graham mixture for a crunchy coating. Then for the fun part—I roll each bomb in pink and blue sanding sugar, pressing gently to stick and create that carnival look!
I chill the finished bombs again for an hour before serving; this guarantees the creamiest, crispiest texture and makes them easy to store or pack.
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