How to Use a Cotton Candy Maker for Party Treats

Quick answer

Preheat the ZOKU Cotton Candy Maker, add cotton candy sugar, spin a paper wand to collect the floss, and serve immediately for fresh party treats.

Step-by-step instructions

1. Preheat the machine: Plug in the ZOKU Cotton Candy Maker and let it preheat for about 3–5 minutes. The heating element needs to reach the right temperature before you add sugar. Do not skip preheating. Adding sugar too early can cause clumping or uneven spinning.
2. Add the cotton candy sugar: Spoon about 1–2 tablespoons of cotton candy sugar into the center of the spinning head. Do not overfill—excess sugar can spill out or burn. Use only cotton candy sugar, not regular sugar. Regular sugar will not melt properly and may damage the machine.
3. Spin the wand to collect floss: Hold a paper cone or wand vertically at the edge of the spinning head. Gently rotate it in a circular motion to gather the floss as it forms. Move the wand up and down to build an even layer. Keep the wand moving. Holding it still in one spot can cause the floss to pile unevenly or fall off.
4. Serve immediately: Cotton candy is best eaten right away. It loses its fluffy texture quickly when exposed to air. If you need to store it, place it in an airtight container for up to a few hours. Do not refrigerate. Moisture will make the cotton candy sticky and dissolve the floss.
5. Clean the machine after each use: Unplug the machine and let it cool completely. Wipe the spinning head and interior with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not submerge any part in water. Sugar residue can harden and affect future batches. Clean while the machine is cool but before residue dries completely.

Product facts

• Cotton Candy Maker: The ZOKU Cotton Candy Maker preheats quickly and uses a paper wand to collect the spun sugar. You can start making treats within minutes of turning it on, and the paper wand makes collection easy for kids and adults.

  

• Set of 2 Cotton Candy Sugars: The ZOKU Set of 2 Cotton Candy Sugars is specially formulated for use with the ZOKU Cotton Candy Maker. Using the correct sugar ensures the machine spins properly and produces fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth cotton candy without clumping or burning.