Cotton candy is a light, fluffy confection made from spun sugar that melts almost instantly in your mouth. It looks like a soft cloud, usually in pastel colors like pink, blue, or purple, and has a delicate, airy texture.
When you take a bite, it dissolves quickly, leaving behind a sweet, sugary taste. Despite its large, puffy appearance, it’s mostly air, so it feels very light. Cotton candy is commonly found at fairs, carnivals, and festivals, where it’s often served on a stick or in a plastic bag.
It’s made by heating sugar until it liquefies and then spinning it through tiny holes, where it cools into thin strands that collect into the familiar fluffy shape.