Classic Snickerdoodles: How to Make Perfect Cinnamon Sugar Cookies
Classic Snickerdoodles are soft, chewy cookies rolled in cinnamon sugar for a timeless treat. Perfectly spiced and easy to make, these cookies are sure to become a family favorite.
- Author: ssam
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp sugar (for rolling)
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2. In a bowl, beat butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar until fluffy.
- 3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well.
- 4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
- 5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet and mix until combined.
- 6. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp cinnamon and 3 tbsp sugar.
- 7. Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then roll in cinnamon sugar.
- 8. Place balls on baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- 9. Cool on wire racks.
Notes
- Use cream of tartar for authentic texture and tang.
- Store in airtight container up to 5 days.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for subtle warmth.
- Great with a glass of milk or tea.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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