Description

These soft snickerdoodle cookies feature a chewy cinnamon-sugar coating and a classic tang from cream of tartar, delivering a nostalgic, comforting treat that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

Scale

2 ¾ cups (345 grams) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups (300 grams) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon-sugar coating:
¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon light corn syrup (optional, for chewy glaze)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Set aside.
Using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon-sugar coating ingredients: granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and optional corn syrup.
Scoop about 1 ½ tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Roll each ball generously in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
Place the coated dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft and slightly puffy.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use room temperature butter and eggs for best texture. Avoid overmixing the dough to keep cookies soft. For extra chewy coating, roll dough balls twice in cinnamon sugar. Chill dough 20-30 minutes if cookies spread too much. Corn syrup in the cinnamon sugar mix is optional but recommended for a chewy glaze. Bake one sheet at a time on the middle rack for even baking.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Fat: 7
Carbohydrates: 22
Protein: 2

Keywords: snickerdoodle cookies, soft cookies, chewy cinnamon sugar cookies, easy cookie recipe, classic snickerdoodles