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Easy Snickerdoodle Cookie Recipe

A soft and chewy cookie rolled in cinnamon sugar, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar for rolling
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for rolling

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cookie scoop or spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for rolling.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out the dough and roll it into balls.
  9. Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture before placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
  10. Bake for 8-10 minutes until slightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  11. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon-sugar mixture.