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Snickerdoodles Classic Cookie Recipe

Melting Hearts with Snickerdoodles Classic Cookie Recipe

Indulge in the warmth of classic snickerdoodles with this easy recipe, perfect for any cozy gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Large Eggs
  • 2.75 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 tsp Cream of Tartar Can substitute with 1/2 tsp of lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Can substitute with 2 tsp of baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Omit for low-sodium diets
For Rolling
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
  5. Roll the dough into 1.5-inch balls and set aside.
  6. Mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl; roll each dough ball in the mixture.
  7. Place the dough balls on baking sheets about 2 inches apart and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best results, and don’t overbake to ensure soft, chewy centers.

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