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Delicious soft Snickerdoodle cookies sprinkled with cinnamon sugar

Soft Snickerdoodle Cookies

These tender, cinnamon-sugary cookies are warm, easy to make, and perfect for cookie lovers of all ages.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup salted butter, softened Use room temperature
  • 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar For the dough
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar For the dough
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
Coating
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar For rolling
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon For rolling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the granulated and brown sugars; beat until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla until combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, kosher salt, and cream of tartar.
  6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Shape dough into 1½ to 2 inch balls and roll in a mixture of 1/3 cup sugar and 1½ tablespoons cinnamon.
  8. Place on prepared baking sheets, allowing space for spreading.
Baking
  1. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, until edges are set and centers are slightly glossy.
  2. Gently nudge the cookie edges toward the center immediately upon removal from the oven for a taller, chewier cookie.
  3. Cool on baking sheet for several minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze baked cookies in a sealed bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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