Description
Indulge in the delightful warmth of chewy snickerdoodle cookies, where each bite offers a perfect blend of cinnamon and sugar. These irresistible treats, with their golden edges and soft centers, create an atmosphere of joy during any occasion—be it a cozy gathering or a rainy afternoon. Easy to make and utterly satisfying, these cookies are bound to bring smiles and sweet memories, just like the ones from childhood baking sessions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon (for rolling)
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop dough into balls and roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture before placing on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden; let cool slightly on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg