Snickerdoodle Cookies
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of homemade snickerdoodle cookies. With a perfectly crisp exterior and a soft, chewy center, these treats are generously spiced with cinnamon and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar blend. Whether you’re reminiscing about childhood memories or creating new ones, this easy recipe is perfect for any occasion. Bake a batch to fill your home with warmth and delicious aromas that will make everyone feel right at home!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon (for dough)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until just mixed.
- In a small bowl, mix remaining granulated sugar with cinnamon for coating.
- Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough in the cinnamon-sugar mixture and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft; cool for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg