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Best Easy Snickerdoodles Recipe

Name: Best Easy Snickerdoodles Recipe
Total time: 48 min
Yield: 35 g
Ingredients: all-purpose flour 2.75 cups; unsalted butter 1 cup; granulated sugar 1.5 cups; large eggs 2 pieces; cream of tartar 2 tsp; baking soda 1 tsp; ground cinnamon 2 tsp; granulated sugar 1.25 tbsp; salt 0.5 tsp

Soft, pillowy snickerdoodles rolled in cinnamon sugar are a beloved family cookie with a tangy, buttery flavor. This classic American treat has a signature crinkled top and irresistible taste.

Cook 48 min Difficulty EASY 140 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

all-purpose flour 2.75 cups
unsalted butter 1 cup
granulated sugar 1.5 cups
large eggs 2 pieces
cream of tartar 2 tsp
baking soda 1 tsp

Seasonings/Sauce

ground cinnamon 2 tsp
granulated sugar 1.25 tbsp
salt 0.5 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 22 g 63%

Protein 2 g 6%

Fat 5 g 31%

Serving size 35g

Cooking steps

1

Preheat the oven to 375°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2

Cream the unsalted butter and 1.5 cups granulated sugar together at medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
3

Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly between additions, then stir in cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
4

Gradually add the flour, mixing just until the dough comes together; avoid overmixing.
5

In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon and 1.25 tbsp granulated sugar.
6

Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough, then coat each generously in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
7

Place coated dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared sheets, bake for 8–10 minutes, watching for a crinkled top and set edges.
8

Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 3 minutes to set, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this snickerdoodle recipe?

The most essential ingredient is cream of tartar. It gives snickerdoodles their distinctive tang and signature crinkly top, setting them apart from other sugar cookies. Along with cinnamon for flavor, cream of tartar defines the classic snickerdoodle identity.

Q. How should the butter be creamed for best texture?

To ensure a soft, pillowy cookie, cream the unsalted butter and sugar together at medium speed for about 3 minutes until pale and fluffy. Proper creaming helps incorporate air for a lighter texture and prevents dense cookies.

Q. What prevents snickerdoodles from becoming too dry or hard?

Avoid overmixing the dough after flour is added, and do not overbake. Baking for 8–10 minutes, watching for a crinkled top and set edges, ensures a soft center. Cooling on the sheet for a few minutes helps retain moisture.

Q. How many calories and what is the carb-to-protein ratio per serving?

Each serving (one cookie, about 35g) contains around 140 calories, with approximately 22g carbs (63%), 2g protein (6%), and 5g fat (31%). This makes snickerdoodles a lightly sweet treat with most calories coming from carbohydrates.

Best Easy Snickerdoodles Recipe

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