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Soft-Baked Snickerdoodles Recipe Easy Chewy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies

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Soft-baked snickerdoodles with a cinnamon sugar crust that cracks slightly on the outside and a pillowy, chewy center. An easy, quick recipe using simple pantry staples perfect for cozy moments.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (345 g), sifted
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened but not melted
  • 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup (65 g) granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar on medium speed for 3 to 4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
  6. In a small bowl, stir together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the coating.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, scoop dough balls (about 1.5 tablespoons or 30 g each). Roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
  8. Place dough balls about 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes until edges are set but centers are still slightly soft and puffy.
  10. Transfer cookies to a cooling rack after a few minutes on the sheet to prevent sogginess. Let cool completely.

Notes

Chill dough for 30 minutes if cookies spread too thin. Use fresh ground cinnamon for best flavor. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies soft and chewy. Store in airtight container with a slice of bread to retain moisture. Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months and reheat at 300°F for 5-7 minutes to refresh softness.

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