The process of making cotton candy with a machine is indeed a lot of fun! Here’s how it works:
1. The machine’s spinning head is heated to melt sugar.
2. Regular granulated sugar or colored/flavored sugar is added to the central spinner head.
3. The spinning head rotates at high speed, forcing the molten sugar through tiny holes.
4. As the molten sugar exits the holes, it cools instantly when it hits the air, forming fine threads of sugar.
5. The threads are collected by spinning a stick, cone, or similar tool around the edge of the machine. The fluffy sugar builds up quickly!
6. You now have a cloud-like treat to enjoy, which is as delightful to eat as it is to watch being made.
The transformation from simple sugar to a magical, airy confection is what makes it so mesmerizing. Have you tried making cotton candy yourself?