Classic Snickerdoodle Cookies
Indulge in the timeless charm of Classic Snickerdoodle Cookies—soft, buttery cookies with a delicate crisp on the edges, rolled in a fragrant cinnamon-sugar coating that delivers a burst of warmth in every bite. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a nostalgic treat, this easy recipe combines pantry staples like cream of tartar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon for that signature tangy flavor and cozy aroma. Ready in just 25 minutes, these cookies feature a smooth dough that bakes into beautifully golden treats with a pillowy texture, making them an irresistible addition to your baking repertoire. Whether paired with a glass of milk or served at a party, these snickerdoodles are guaranteed crowd-pleasers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup additional granulated sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and 1.5 cups of granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a smooth dough forms.
In a small bowl, combine the 0.25 cup of additional granulated sugar and the ground cinnamon.
Roll the dough into balls, approximately 1.5 tablespoons each, and then roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
Place the coated balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4421 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.3 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.0 g | 625% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 889 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 2622 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 611.4 g | 222% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 351.5 g | ||
| Protein | 48.2 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 1558 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
