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Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe

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Classic Snickerdoodle Cookies are soft, chewy, and coated with a delightful cinnamon-sugar crust. These cookies are characterized by their slightly tangy flavor from the cream of tartar, perfectly balanced sweetness, and a tender texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup salted butter (2 sticks, softened)
  • 1 and 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 and 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line several baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Beat Butter: In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the softened butter for a couple of minutes until it becomes smooth and creamy, making sure to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl periodically.
  3. Add Sugars: Incorporate the granulated sugar and brown sugar into the butter. Beat for about 2 minutes until the mixture is light, fluffy, and free of any lumps, scraping the bowl as needed.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Beat well until the dough is smooth and homogeneous, scraping the bowl to ensure even mixing.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: Spoon the flour into a measuring cup without packing. In a separate small bowl or spoon, mix together the baking soda, kosher salt, and cream of tartar with the flour.
  6. Add Dry to Wet: Gently beat the flour mixture into the wet ingredients using the mixer. Stop before the flour is fully incorporated and still shows streaks. Scrape the bowl and then beat a few more seconds to fully combine without overmixing.
  7. Shape Dough Balls: Use a large cookie scoop or spoon to form dough balls roughly 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter for even baking.
  8. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: Mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll each dough ball in this cinnamon sugar mixture, coating them thoroughly to create the signature snickerdoodle crust.
  9. Arrange on Baking Sheets: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  10. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes. The edges should be set and matte while the centers remain shiny and slightly underbaked to maintain softness.
  11. Shape Hot Cookies: Immediately upon removal from the oven, gently press the edges of each cookie towards the center using a spoon to create a round shape and a thicker, chewier center.
  12. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool further.
  13. Final Cinnamon Sugar Coating: When cool enough to handle but still warm, dip each cookie again in the cinnamon sugar to coat both sides for an extra flavorful finish.
  14. Freeze for Later: To freeze, shape dough into balls, roll them in cinnamon sugar, and store in a ziplock bag in the freezer for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a couple of minutes to baking time without thawing.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies; a few flour streaks are okay before the final brief mix.
  • Undercook slightly to keep the cookies soft and chewy; overbaked cookies become dry and chalky.
  • Pressing the edges of the cookies immediately after baking ensures a thicker, chewier center and a perfect round shape.
  • You can freeze shaped and cinnamon sugar-coated dough balls for up to 3 months, baking them straight from the freezer.
  • Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
  • Use spooned and leveled flour to prevent adding too much flour, which can make cookies dense.

Keywords: Snickerdoodle Cookies, Cinnamon Sugar Cookies, Soft Chewy Cookies, Classic Cookies, Homemade Cookies

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