Get ready to bake up a batch of warm, chewy snickerdoodles that are sure to delight! These cinnamon-sugar coated cookies are a classic treat, perfect for any occasion. Let’s dive into the deliciousness!
Tips for Perfect Snickerdoodles
Make sure to chill your dough for the best texture — it’s totally worth it! You’ll love how easy these are to whip up!
Why You’ll Love Them
These snickerdoodles are soft, buttery, and just the right amount of sweet. Trust me, you’ll want to share (or not!).
Ingredients
- Dough Ingredients:
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Instructions
- Preparation:
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Step 1- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
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Step 2- Make the dough: Dough: Cream together butter, shortening, and 1 1/2 cups sugar. Add eggs and vanilla and mix well. Add the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt and stir until combined.
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Step 3- Chill the dough: Chill dough for at least 30 minutes, if possible (or up to 3 days).
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Step 4- Shape the cookies: Shape dough by heaping tablespoonfuls into balls, to make about 24 cookies.
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Step 5- Prepare cinnamon sugar: Cinnamon sugar: In a separate bowl, mix the 4 tablespoons granulated sugar and the cinnamon. Roll balls of dough in mixture. Place dough about 2 inches apart on a parchment lined baking sheet.
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Step 6- Bake the cookies: Bake 8 to 10 minutes (don't over bake!). Allow to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before removing to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150, Fat: 7g, Carbs: 22g, Protein: 2g
Cooking techniques
Mixing, baking, rolling.
Variations or substitutions
Feel free to swap out the shortening for more butter for a richer flavor!
Storage tips
Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to a week.
Notes
For a fun twist, try adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar mixture!
