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Classic Snickerdoodle Cookies

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Soft and chewy snickerdoodle cookies with a classic cinnamon-sugar coating and a hint of tang from cream of tartar.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon for the coating.
  7. Roll rounded tablespoons of dough into balls. Then, roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
  8. Place the coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are still soft.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a chewier cookie, slightly underbake them.
  • If you don’t have cream of tartar, you can substitute with 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, but the classic tang will be less pronounced.
  • To prevent excess spread, ensure your butter is softened but not melted.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • You can freeze the cookie dough balls for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a minute or two to the baking time.

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