Description

Indulge in the comfort of homemade Snickerdoodle cookies with this simple yet satisfying recipe. These soft, chewy delights are coated in a warm cinnamon-sugar blend that brings out their signature tangy flavor. Perfect for any occasion—be it cozy nights at home, festive gatherings, or as heartfelt gifts—this classic treat is sure to please everyone. With just a handful of common ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up a batch of these irresistible cookies in no time. Add your own twist by incorporating chocolate chips or nuts for an extra flavor boost. Get ready to savor each delicious bite!

Ingredients

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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp cream of tartar
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 cups sugar, plus extra for rolling
2 large eggs
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp ground cinnamon

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F and prepare a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time and mix well. Incorporate the vanilla extract.
Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
In a separate bowl, mix additional sugar with cinnamon.
Roll dough into balls, coat in cinnamon-sugar, and place on cookie sheet about two inches apart.
Bake for 6-8 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
Allow cooling on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 28g)
Calories: 110
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 10mg