Description
Classic Snickerdoodle cookies with a soft, chewy texture and a delicious cinnamon sugar coating. These timeless treats feature a hint of tanginess from the cream of tartar and are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp cream of tartar
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 1 ½ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper, a silicone baking mat or use a non-stick cookie sheet.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside for later use.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, combine the softened butter and sugar. Using a mixer or the paddle attachment on a stand mixer, beat the mixture until the butter is smooth and the sugar has dissolved, about 2 minutes. This ensures a fluffy base for the dough.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar mixture. Beat until combined, then scrape down the sides of the bowl to integrate all ingredients evenly.
- Combine Dough: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Beat again until a soft dough forms.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small dish, mix together the ¼ cup sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon sugar coating.
- Form Cookies: Scoop the dough into medium-sized balls, roughly 2 tablespoons each. Roll each ball generously in the cinnamon sugar mixture, rolling twice for extra coating.
- Bake: Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes until the edges are set and lightly golden.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy: Your Snickerdoodles are ready to serve. Enjoy these soft, cinnamon-sugar-coated cookies with your favorite beverage.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for efficient creaming.
- Do not overbake; cookies should be soft and slightly chewy in the center.
- Rolling the dough balls twice in cinnamon sugar provides extra flavorful coating.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness up to one week.
- The cream of tartar is key for the classic snickerdoodle tang and texture, so don’t omit it.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: snickerdoodle, cinnamon sugar cookies, classic cookies, soft cookies, chewy cookies, dessert, homemade cookies
