These soft and chewy cinnamon sugar-coated cookies are a true American favorite. They’re perfect for the holiday season, or any time of year!
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this easy-to-make recipe for Snickerdoodles.
1. Info for Snickerdoodles
- Cook Time: 40 Min
- Total Time: 40 Min
- Servings: 30
- Calories: 151.45 kcal
2. Ingredients for Snickerdoodles
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for dough)
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. cornstarch
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
- 1/2 tsp. salt (for dough)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
- Dash of salt (for coating)
3. Directions:
3.1 Prep
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Line two baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper. Set aside.
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Place the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a medium mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer to beat on medium speed until well combined, about 1 minute.
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Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Continue to beat until smooth, about 30 seconds.
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Add the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt to the bowl. Beat on low speed, scraping the sides of bowl with a rubber spatula as needed, until a smooth dough forms.
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Divide the cookie dough into 30 balls, using roughly 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough for each, and arrange them 1 1/2 inches apart on the baking sheets. Transfer sheets to freezer for 10-15 minutes. Alternately, place the dough balls on a small baking sheet or large plate to freeze, and transfer to the prepared baking sheets before baking.
3.2 Preheat
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Preheat the oven to 350°F.
3.3 Prep
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Place the sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a small mixing bowl. Whisk to combine.
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Remove the baking sheets from the freezer. Roll each cookie in the cinnamon sugar, creating a thick coating, and return to the baking sheets.
3.4 Oven
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Bake the cookies on middle rack of oven until puffy and golden brown at edges, 15-17 minutes.
3.5 Check
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Check to see that cookies are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
3.6 Serve
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Allow the cookies to rest on the sheets for 5-10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
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