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.
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)
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.
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
Save 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.