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Snickerdoodle cookies on a baking tray.

Classic Snickerdoodle Cookies

Soft and buttery snickerdoodle cookies rolled in cinnamon sugar and baked until perfectly chewy in the center with slightly crisp edges. This easy homemade cookie recipe is made with simple pantry ingredients and is perfect for any occasion.

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword snickerdoodles
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 28 cookies
Calories 163 kcal
Author Carissa

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 sticks salted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnnamon Sugar mixture

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbs ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cream of tartar and baking soda. Mix well and set aside.

  3. In a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for about 5–7 minutes until light and fluffy.

  4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract. Mix for another 2 minutes.

  5. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix just until combined. Do not overmix. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl so everything is fully incorporated.

  6. Roll the dough into 28 balls.

  7. In a small bowl, mix together the 1/4 cup sugar and cinnamon. Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.

  8. Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12 minutes.

  9. Let cool for several minutes before enjoying.