Save A vibrant, whimsical noodle dish featuring colorful noodles nestled in a soft, cloud-like creamy sauce. Perfect for parties or to delight kids and adults alike.
I first made Neon Noodle Cloud for a birthday party and everyone was enchanted by the bright colors and creamy sauce. Kids and adults both loved the fun twist on classic noodles.
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Ingredients
- Noodles: 300 g dried wheat noodles or ramen noodles, food coloring gels (pink, blue, yellow, green—gel coloring preferred for vibrancy)
- Cloud Sauce: 200 ml whole milk or plant-based milk, 120 g cream cheese (or vegan alternative), 1 tbsp unsalted butter (or vegan butter), 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan), 1 tsp cornstarch, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp white pepper
- Garnish: 2 scallions finely sliced, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, edible flowers or microgreens (optional)
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Instructions
- Prepare colorful water:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and divide into bowls for each color. Stir a small amount of food coloring gel into each bowl until desired shade is reached.
- Cook noodles:
- Divide noodles and cook each in separate colored water for 2 to 3 minutes less than package instructions. Rinse under cold water and set aside.
- Make cloud sauce:
- Melt butter over medium heat in saucepan. Add cream cheese and stir until smooth.
- Add remaining sauce ingredients:
- Whisk in milk, parmesan, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper. Cook while stirring until sauce is thick and creamy, about 5 minutes.
- Combine noodles and sauce:
- Add noodles to the sauce and gently fold to coat, keeping colors separate for a cloud effect or swirl for marbling.
- Serve:
- Top with scallions, sesame seeds, and edible flowers or microgreens if desired. Serve immediately.
Save This dish has become a family favorite for celebrating special occasions, and everyone gets excited about choosing their noodle colors together.
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Required Tools
Large pot, multiple heatproof bowls, saucepan, colander, whisk
Allergen Information
Contains dairy and wheat. For vegan and gluten-free, use suitable substitutes and double-check food coloring labels.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 390 calories, 15 g total fat, 50 g carbohydrates, 12 g protein
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Finish with an extra sprinkle of sesame seeds, and enjoy a bowl that looks just as magical as it tastes.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I achieve vibrant noodle colors?
Use gel-based food coloring for the boldest hues. Cook noodles in separate colored bowls and rinse well.
- → Can I make this dish vegan?
Absolutely. Substitute plant-based milk, vegan cream cheese, vegan butter, and nutritional yeast in the sauce.
- → What noodles work best for this dish?
Wheat noodles or ramen are ideal. Use gluten-free noodles for dietary needs but ensure they hold color well.
- → How do I keep noodle colors distinct?
Fold colored noodles very gently into the sauce and avoid overmixing for best cloud-like separation.
- → What garnishes add extra flair?
Top with scallions, toasted sesame seeds, edible flowers, or microgreens for added color and texture.
- → Is this dish kid-friendly?
Yes! Its colorful noodles and creamy texture often delight kids and can be customized for family tastes.
