“Baking a second batch as I write this because they are SO GOOD”
Uncover the secrets of creating the perfect Snickerdoodles recipe – a delightful treat infused with cinnamon and sugar. Learn step-by-step and explore expert tips for baking these heavenly cookies at home.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 3/4 cups |
| Baking soda | 2 teaspoons |
| Cream of tartar | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Unsalted butter | 1 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 1 1/2 cups |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Cinnamon | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Cinnamon sugar (for rolling) | Mix of 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon |
Instructions:
Follow these steps for perfect Snickerdoodles:
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- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry and Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and sugar for rolling.
- Shape and Roll: Form 1-inch dough balls, roll in cinnamon-sugar, and place on prepared sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool: Allow cookies to cool on sheets briefly, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
