Candy Floss

Spinning candy floss at a fair
Alternative names	Cotton candy, fairy floss
Type	Confectionery
Place of origin	Europe (originally) United States (machines)
Created by	William Morrison and John C. Wharton
Main ingredients	Sugar, food coloring
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Cotton candy machine being used

Cotton Candy machine at a fair in Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Candy floss is sugar that is spun with air. It is also called cotton candy or fairy floss. It is spun in machines. When spun, a small amount of sugar creates a much larger serving of candy floss. This is because it is mostly air. It is usually served on a stick or in a bag.Food colouring is sometimes used to change the natural white colour. Flavour is also sometimes added. Candy floss is often sold at fairs or circuses.