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Chewy, soft, and so sweet with a cinnamon sugar coating, my Snickerdoodle Cookies recipe is the one you've been looking for!
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Last updated on November 12, 2019
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I’ve searched far and wide for you for the perfect Snickerdoodle cookie — and I have found it! M snickerdoodles are the softest and chewiest I’veever made. Sweet on the inside with that cinnamon sugar dust on the outside, these cookies are as fun to make as it is to say their name.
How are Snickerdoodles Different Than Sugar Cookies?
While the interiorflavor of a snickerdoodle can be similar to a soft sugar cookie, these cookies have a little more character. Snickerdoodles cookie dough is generously tossed in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon before baking. This gives the cookie their signature look and flavor. The hint of cinnamon mixed with the sweet cookie dough makes these cookies almost festive and the perfect compliment to be enjoyed all year round.
Why Do Snickerdoodles Need Cream of Tartar?
Cream of tartar is crucial to the chewy texture that a Snickerdoodleis known for. The way that the cream of tartar works is by supercharging the activationof the baking soda. This means the cookies are not dense yet still have that chewy bite. Please don’t leave it out as you won’t get a classic snickerdoodle. Cream of tartar can easily be bought on Amazon.
Are Snickerdoodles Considered a Holiday Cookie?
While snickerdoodle cookies are a great one for the holidays they are one of my favorites to make all year round. My soft and chewy snickerdoodle cookie recipe is foolproof. They are really simple to make and I love that they make such a big batch, which means leftovers and lots to share with friends and family.
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The Softest & Chewiest Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe
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Chewy, soft, and so sweet with a cinnamon sugar coating, my Snickerdoodle Cookies recipe is the one you've been looking for!
Author: Gemma Stafford
Servings: 40
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Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
Total Time 42 minutes mins
Chewy, soft, and so sweet with a cinnamon sugar coating, my Snickerdoodle Cookies recipe is the one you've been looking for!
Author: Gemma Stafford
Servings: 40
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups (13 3/4oz/389g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (8oz/225g) butter, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups (12oz/340g) sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
Pre-heat your oven to 350°F (180°C) then line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper, set aside.
In a medium bowl combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Slowly, add the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla.
Add the dry mixture into the wet and mix until just combined.
Roll the dough into 40 (1 tablespoon) balls then roll each ball in cinnamon sugar. Chill for 30 minutes. (Chilling helps the cookie keep its shape while baking)
Bake the cookies 1 1/2 inches apart for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown.Allow cooling slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Once cooled cover and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The raw dough can also be frozen pre-scooped for up to 4 weeks.
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Dian Smith
4 years ago
We dont have all-purpose flour in Australia. Would it be the same as plan flour or Self raising flour.
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Abby Staggs
4 years ago
I found it!!!!
It’s about that time for me to make these. Yum…. this has to be one of my all time favorite cookies.
Thanks again Gemma, you’re the best.
As soon as I make them I’ll post a photo to add. P.S. Love your site.
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Shar from N. California
3 years ago
Where’s the video on this cookie?
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I made one batch of this dough a while ago and kept some in the freezer. I baked four in the 5inch cast iron skillet tonight topped with vanilla ice cream from your recipe. All gone in a blink of an eye! Thank you!
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Barbara Jones
3 years ago
I made 3 different kinds of cookies tonight. I love this site
Last edited 3 years ago by Barbara Jones
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Jgirl
3 years ago
I absolutely LOVE snickerdoodles! heard about them while watching totally spies and decided to try them. quick question: can i substitute cream of tartar with corn flour?
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Jenschmidt
3 years ago
I didn’t have cream of tarter … I used 2:1 ratio of fresh lemon juice❤️ The birthday and all of us loved them thanks again for a wonderful recipe Gemma you’re the best❤️
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Simone
4 years ago
My family love these cookies. Once you have one, you just can’t stop as they are so delicious.
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Ra1der5
1 month ago
My sister gave me “nutmeg sugar cookies” during the holidays and I loved them. I asked for the recipe and, what do you know, same as snicker doodles except nutmeg in lieu of sugar. My sister altered the recipe by adding 1 tsp nutmeg to the dough and the rolling sugar was 3/4 cup sugar and just 1 tsp nutmeg. Otherwise, EXACTLY the same as this recipe.
Found you on YouTube years ago Gemma. Love what you do!
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A P J
3 months ago
Question: the cups-to-grams conversion is not matching up for me here in the US [AP flour 2 3/4c is listed as 389g in recipe…but 120g is the conversion one always used which is 330g for 2 3/4c?]
Loving your cookie recipes as we prepare for the holidays!
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