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Homemade snickerdoodle cookies with cinnamon sugar on a plate

Snickerdoodle Cookies

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Indulge in these soft and chewy snickerdoodle cookies, featuring a hint of cinnamon and a sweet crunch. Perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour The base for your cookies, providing structure.
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar Gives snickerdoodles their signature tangy flavor and helps create a chewy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda A leavening agent that helps the cookies rise and become soft.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances the sweetness and balances flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon Provides the classic flavor that snickerdoodles are known for.
  • 3 tablespoons sugar (for rolling) Creates a sweet, slightly crunchy coating on the cookie exterior.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds richness and moisture to the cookies.
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cookies and contributes to their delightful crunch.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed Gives a deeper, caramel-like flavor and extra moisture.
  • 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients and adds to the cookie’s tenderness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds a warm, aromatic flavor that complements the sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is fluffy and light in color.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until a dough forms.
Rolling & Baking
  1. In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and 3 tablespoons of sugar.
  2. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, coating each in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  3. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers remain soft.
  5. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 90mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Ensure your butter is softened but not melted for the best texture. Avoid overmixing the dough to keep the cookies tender. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can freeze the cookie dough for up to 3 months.

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