Description
These classic Snickerdoodle Cookies are soft in the center, slightly crispy on the edges, and coated in a delicious cinnamon-sugar mixture. They have that signature tangy flavor from cream of tartar, making them extra special! Perfect for holidays, bake sales, or an everyday treat.
Ingredients
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- For the Dough:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter & Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add Eggs & Vanilla: Mix in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon.
- Form the Cookies: Scoop 1 ½-inch dough balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Bake: Place the cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra soft cookies, slightly underbake them and let them finish setting on the tray.
- If you don’t have cream of tartar, you can substitute it with 2 tsp lemon juice or white vinegar, but the classic tangy taste might be slightly different.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Recipe Details
Nutrition
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg