Crispy Cotton Candy Bombs (Printable Version)
Golden fried balls filled with creamy cotton candy cheesecake and coated in sugary sweetness.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheesecake Filling
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring
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1/4 cup whipped topping
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2 tablespoons heavy cream
→ Dough and Coating
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1 package (8-count) biscuit dough
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, for dusting
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4 cups vegetable oil, for frying
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1 cup granulated sugar
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Cotton candy and additional powdered sugar, for garnish
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Beat cream cheese until smooth. Incorporate powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cotton candy flavoring. Gently fold in whipped topping and heavy cream. Refrigerate mixture for 30 minutes to firm.
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On a lightly floured surface, flatten each biscuit dough round to approximately 1/8 inch thickness using a rolling pin.
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Scoop 1 to 2 tablespoons of the chilled filling and shape into a ball. Center it on a dough round, fold edges over to enclose, pinch to seal, and roll into a smooth ball.
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Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (177°C).
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Fry each filled dough ball for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
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While warm, roll bombs in granulated sugar, optionally mixed with cotton candy flavoring. Lightly dust with powdered sugar and garnish with cotton candy before serving immediately.
# Additional Notes:
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Chilling the filling ensures easier handling and prevents leakage during frying.