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 created Neon Noodle Cloud for a kids birthday party and it was instantly a hit. The mix of colors brought smiles to everyone at the table and even adults were excited to dig in.
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 Colored Noodles:
- 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.
- Cook Noodles:
- 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 they will finish cooking in the sauce). Rinse under cold water to stop cooking and set aside.
- Make Cloud Sauce:
- 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.
- Combine & Decorate:
- 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. Serve immediately topping with scallions sesame seeds and edible flowers or microgreens if desired.
Save My family loves watching the noodles transform from plain to rainbow as they cook. It quickly became our go-to fun weekend dinner when we wanted something whimsical together.
Required Tools
Large pot multiple heatproof bowls saucepan colander whisk
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (milk cream cheese parmesan butter) and wheat (noodles). For vegan and gluten-free options use suitable substitutes and check labels carefully.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 390 Total Fat: 15 g Carbohydrates: 50 g Protein: 12 g
Save This dreamy noodle dish brings color to any table in minutes. Leftovers reheat well and make a perfect next day lunch.
Recipe Guide
- → How do I make noodles vibrant?
Boil noodles in separate bowls of water tinted with food coloring gels to achieve bright, distinct colors.
- → Can this dish be made vegan?
Yes, use plant-based milk, vegan cream cheese, vegan butter, and nutritional yeast in place of dairy ingredients.
- → What gives the sauce its cloud-like texture?
A blend of milk, cream cheese, butter, and cornstarch is gently cooked to create a smooth, airy consistency.
- → What garnishes work best for presentation?
Finely sliced scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and edible flowers or microgreens add color and texture.
- → Are there gluten-free options?
Use gluten-free noodles and check all ingredients, including food coloring, for gluten content to adapt the dish.
- → How should leftovers be stored?
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days; reheat gently before serving.