Pin It 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 created this recipe for a family get-together and it instantly became the star of the table. The rainbow noodles made everyone smile and the cloud sauce was a crowd favorite with both kids and adults.
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
- Color Preparation:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Divide the water into separate bowls according to the number of colors you wish to use. Add a small amount of food coloring to each bowl, stirring well to achieve your desired shade.
- Noodle Cooking:
- Divide the noodles into equal portions and cook each portion separately in the colored boiling water for 2–3 minutes less than package instructions (as theyll finish cooking in the sauce). Rinse under cold water to stop cooking and set aside.
- Sauce Making:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add cream cheese and stir until smooth. Whisk milk, parmesan, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper into the saucepan. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce is thick and creamy—about 5 minutes.
- Assembly:
- Add the noodles to the sauce, gently folding to coat. Try to keep colors distinct for a cloud effect, or swirl for a marbled look.
- Serving:
- Serve immediately, topping with scallions, sesame seeds, and edible flowers or microgreens if desired.
Pin It Making this dish with my kids was a memorable family moment. Watching their faces light up as the noodles changed color was pure joy, and they loved helping with swirling the sauce for the cloud effect.
Required Tools
Large pot, multiple heatproof bowls, saucepan, colander, whisk
Allergen Information
Contains dairy and wheat ingredients, but can be adapted for vegan or gluten-free diets by using appropriate substitutes. Always check your food coloring for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 390 calories, 15 g total fat, 50 g carbohydrates, 12 g protein.
Pin It This Neon Noodle Cloud recipe is sure to be a showstopper at any event—simple to make, unforgettable to serve. Enjoy every whimsical bite!
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How are the noodles colored?
The noodles are cooked in boiling water tinted with food coloring gels to achieve vibrant hues.
- → Can this dish be made vegan?
Yes. Substitute dairy with plant-based milk, vegan cream cheese, vegan butter, and nutritional yeast.
- → What type of noodles work best?
Dried wheat noodles or ramen noodles are recommended for both texture and color absorption.
- → How do you keep the noodle colors separate?
Cook each noodle portion in colored water, rinse, then fold gently into the sauce to keep hues distinct.
- → What garnish options add appeal?
Try scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and edible flowers or microgreens for a fun, eye-catching finish.
- → Is this suitable for kids?
Absolutely! The vibrant colors and creamy sauce make it an appealing, playful choice for kids.