Description

These soft batch snickerdoodle cookies feature a crisp, sugary exterior and a pillowy, soft center. They are easy to make with simple pantry staples and stay soft for days.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 3/4 cups (340g) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (for coating)
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon cinnamon. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup brown sugar on medium-high speed until light, fluffy, and pale (about 2-3 minutes).
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract and scrape down sides of the bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed. Mix just until flour disappears; do not overmix.
Optional: Chill dough in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Roll tablespoon-sized dough balls between palms and coat thoroughly in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Place cookies on prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between them.
Bake for 10-11 minutes until edges are set and lightly golden, but centers still look soft.
Let cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature. Do not overbake; cookies will continue to cook on the hot pan. To keep cookies soft for days, store in an airtight container with a slice of bread.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 110
Sugar: 11
Sodium: 65
Fat: 5
Saturated Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 16
Protein: 1

Keywords: snickerdoodle cookies, soft batch cookies, cinnamon sugar cookies, easy dessert, homemade cookies