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Snickerdoodle Cookies

Soft, chewy Snickerdoodle cookies rolled in cinnamon and sugar, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1 cup softened butter Make sure butter is softened to room temperature.
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs Beat in one at a time.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 2.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar Essential for classic tangy flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons sugar For rolling the cookie dough.
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon For rolling the cookie dough.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
Baking
  1. Roll the dough into balls and then roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  2. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each cookie.
  3. Bake for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  4. Let the cookies cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Let cool completely before storing to maintain chewy quality. Can add chocolate chips or nuts for variation.