Description
Soft and Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookies are an irresistible treat that combines a tender, chewy texture with the warm embrace of cinnamon sugar. Perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to cozy nights at home—these cookies are quick to prepare and stay soft for days. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they are an ideal choice for those looking to create a delightful dessert without fuss.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 â…“ cup granulated sugar
- â…“ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 3 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- For cinnamon sugar coating: ⅓ cup granulated sugar and 1 ½ Tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients until just combined.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together sugar and cinnamon for coating.
- Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough in the cinnamon-sugar mixture and place them on the baking sheets, spaced two inches apart.
- Bake for 6-8 minutes or until edges are set but centers appear slightly underbaked.
- Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for two minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: <5mg