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Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe

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These Snickerdoodle Cookies are soft, chewy, and coated in a perfect blend of cinnamon and sugar. With a slight tang from cream of tartar, these classic cookies offer a nostalgic, comforting flavor. Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or an everyday treat!

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1⅓ cups granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:

  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1½ tablespoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven – Set to 400°F (200°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients – Whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • Cream Butter & Sugars – Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add Eggs & Vanilla – Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla.
  • Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients – Gradually add dry mixture to wet, stirring until just combined.
  • Prepare Cinnamon-Sugar Coating – Mix sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
  • Shape & Coat Dough – Roll tablespoon-sized dough balls and coat in cinnamon-sugar.
  • Bake – Place on baking sheet 2 inches apart and bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set.
  • Cool & Serve – Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For chewier cookies, bake for 8 minutes. For crispier ones, bake for 10-12 minutes.
  • Chilling dough for 30 minutes can help prevent spreading.
  • To make gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • For a twist, add mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the dough