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Snickerdoodles Recipe

Snickerdoodles Recipe

4.8 from 24 reviews

These classic Snickerdoodles are soft, chewy, and coated in a delightful cinnamon-sugar mixture. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are a crowd-pleaser and easy to make.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Rolling:

  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine and Shape Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined. In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons sugar with cinnamon. Shape dough into 1 1/2-inch balls, then roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  6. Bake: Place on ungreased baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8–10 minutes or until edges are set but centers are soft.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For softer cookies, reduce baking time by 1-2 minutes.
  • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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