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Soft Sensational Snickerdoodle Cookies

Classic soft and chewy snickerdoodles rolled in cinnamon sugar with that signature buttery flavor and tangy cream of tartar bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon divided
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar for coating
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for coating

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  6. Chill dough for 30 minutes.
  7. Roll dough into balls and coat with cinnamon sugar mixture.
  8. Bake 9–11 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Notes

Add a pinch of nutmeg or drizzle with glaze for a festive touch.