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Snickerdoodle Cookies

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Soft, chewy snickerdoodle cookies coated in cinnamon-sugar, baked to perfection with a tangy flavor from cream of tartar.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup salted butter (softened (2 sticks))
  • – 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
  • – 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • – 2 large eggs
  • – 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • – 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • – 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • – 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • – 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • For rolling:
  • – 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • – 1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon

Instructions

  1. . Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment or silicone mats.
  2. Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla, beat until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cream of tartar. Mix into wet ingredients.
  5. Scoop dough into 1.5–2 inch balls. Roll in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  6. Bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are set but centers glossy.
  7. Shape edges inward with a spoon immediately after baking.
  8. Double-coat in cinnamon-sugar while warm. Cool on racks and enjoy!

Notes

Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to maintain softness. Dough can be frozen up to 3 months.