NATIONAL COTTON CANDY DAY – December 7
Thu Dec 7th

National Cotton Candy Day

National Cotton Candy Day honors a spun sugar treat that delights candy enthusiasts of all ages. On December 7th, get your new version of this sweet treat that dates back to the 1400s.

Cotton candy, originally called spun sugar, is still a staple at carnivals, fairs, and the circus. While fairy floss is reminiscent of childhood days, it also reminds us of fluffy clouds. It's a bit like magic when the melted sugar is turned into thin strands of fine sugar and blown into fat puffs twirled onto paper sticks.

We also associate it with other magical occasions. The zoo, carnivals and fairs, the circus, and the circus delight us. With cotton candy, we associate a little joy and wonder. Our faces are brighter thanks to our faces' nostalgic memories of throning crowds and the sounds of the calliope.. Cotton candy goes with adventure!

Cotton candy (spun sugar) was first recorded in Europe during the 18th century. It was also very costly and labour-intensive at that time, and labour-intensive. Generally, the average person could not afford to buy cotton candy.

Wharton invented machine-spun cotton candy in 1897. Dentist William Morrison and confectioner John C. Wharton invented machine-spun cotton candy in 1897. Fairy Floss, a Fairy Floss, Inc. Their invention, Fairy Floss, introduced cotton candy to a larger audience at the 1904 World's Fair. Fairgoers adored it and bought over 68,000 boxes for 25 cents a box.

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There are several routes we can take when it comes to enjoying this delectable treat. Try starting a new adventure by discovering all the ways cotton candy was made and how it's made today. If you're enjoying some cotton candy with those you love, please share your favorite memories of cotton candy treats. To post on social media, use the hashtag #NationalCottonCandyDay.

Do you want to know more about this enthralling candy? Read 5 Sweet Facts About Cotton Candy.

Cotton candy FAQ

What is the most common color of cotton candy? Q. What is the most popular shade of cotton candy?

A. Pink is the most popular color of cotton candy, followed by blue. To get the pastel shades, candy makers use a form of food coloring..

Q. What happens if I squeeze cotton candy?

A. Because cotton candy is made from 70% air, squeezing it brings the air out and the sugar molecules to stick together, and it keeps the air out and the sugar molecules stuck together.

Q. Can you make cotton candy out of sugar?

A. Cotton candy sugar can be made from granular sugar. However, several companies make flavored sugars and syrups specifically for making cotton candy.