A real cotton candy maker works by melting granulated sugar and spinning it rapidly through tiny holes, creating fine strands that solidify into cotton candy.
Here's a breakdown of the process:
- Power On: Ensure the cotton candy maker is plugged in and switched on.
- Warm-Up: Allow the heating element to warm up fully. This is a crucial step for the sugar to melt correctly.
- Add Sugar: Pour granulated sugar into the center spinning head, as indicated in your machine's instructions. Use the appropriate amount to avoid overflow or insufficient cotton candy.
- Melting and Spinning: As the sugar filters down into the heating element, it melts into a liquid. The spinning head then forces the melted sugar through small holes.
- Collecting the Cotton Candy: The melted sugar solidifies into wispy strands as it exits the spinning head. Use a cotton candy cone or stick, and move it in a counterclockwise direction around the bowl.
- Twirling and Gathering: Twirl the cone or stick to grab the wisps of cotton candy as they form. Gradually build up the cotton candy on the cone.
- Repeat: Continue adding sugar and collecting the cotton candy until you've reached your desired amount.
