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Soft and Chewy Snickerdoodles

5 Secrets to Irresistibly Soft and Chewy Snickerdoodles


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 36 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft and chewy snickerdoodles are classic cookies with a cinnamon-sugar coating and a tender center.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until combined.
  6. In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
  7. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  8. Place dough balls 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
  10. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Do not overbake to keep cookies soft.
  • Dough can be chilled for 30 minutes if too sticky.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: snickerdoodles, cinnamon cookies, soft cookies, chewy cookies, classic cookies