Feeling nostalgic for a bit of cotton candy? You don't need a fancy machine to make it at home: All you need is a hand mixer ...

Fresh cotton candy is a treat usually only found at amusement parks and carnivals. Now you can make it right at home — no fancy machine required!

The 5 Best Cotton Candy Machines for Sweet Treats Anytime . Make carnival-quality confections at home with one of these top-rated models.