Step 1: Prepare the Crust

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even layer.
4. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool while you prepare the filling.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
3. Mix in the sour cream, vanilla extract, and cotton candy flavoring. Beat until smooth.
4. Divide the batter evenly into two bowls. Add a few drops of pastel pink food coloring to one bowl and blue food coloring to the other. Stir gently to combine.

Step 3: Create the Swirls

1. Pour alternating spoonfuls of pink and blue batter onto the crust to create layers.
2. Use a skewer or toothpick to gently swirl the colors together, creating a marbled effect. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 4: Bake the Cheesecake

1. Place the springform pan in a larger baking dish. Fill the larger dish with about 1 inch of hot water to create a water bath.
2. Bake the cheesecake for 50–55 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but set.
3. Turn off the oven and crack the door open slightly. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour.

Step 5: Chill the Cheesecake

1. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and water bath. Run a knife around the edges to release it from the pan.
2. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

Step 6: Prepare the Topping

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
2. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled cheesecake.

Step 7: Garnish and Serve

1. Garnish with cotton candy just before serving to maintain its fluffy texture.
2. Slice, serve, and enjoy!