Description

Soft snickerdoodle cookies with a pillowy center and crackly cinnamon sugar crust, perfect for any occasion and easy to make repeatedly.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ¾ cups (350g) all-purpose flour, sifted
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
Cinnamon sugar topping:
⅓ cup (65g) granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon

Instructions

Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together sifted all-purpose flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.
In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar and cinnamon to prepare the cinnamon sugar topping.
Scoop dough balls about 1.5 inches in diameter using a cookie scoop or tablespoon. Roll each ball generously in the cinnamon sugar topping.
Place coated dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 10-12 minutes until edges look set but centers remain soft.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use real unsalted butter for best results. Room temperature ingredients help achieve a tender texture. Do not overbake to keep centers soft. Dough freezes well; bake from frozen adding a few extra minutes. Cream of tartar is essential for classic tang and chewiness. For a twist, add a pinch of nutmeg or mini chocolate chips.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 85
Fat: 6
Saturated Fat: 3.5
Carbohydrates: 22
Fiber: 0.5
Protein: 2

Keywords: snickerdoodle cookies, soft cookies, cinnamon sugar cookies, easy cookie recipe, crackle tops, classic cookies