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The Best Classic Snickerdoodles: Easy Recipe for Ultimate Comfort

The BEST Classic Snickerdoodles

The BEST Classic Snickerdoodles are soft, chewy, and loaded with cinnamon sugar for the perfect treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until well combined.
  6. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for rolling.
  7. Form the dough into balls and roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  8. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For chewier cookies, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.

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