Hello gorgeous! So, if you are a fan of cinnamon, just like me, then I think this cookie recipe for Snickerdoodles will be your favorite. Maybe it’s something naturally and slightly sweet and warming about cinnamon, but it really makes these cookies feel comfortingly good. They’re so good that they make a perfect treat for you and your family to be baked during any time of the year actually. However, Snickerdoodles cookies turn out especially wonderful in the fall, with all the spices vibe, bringing along that cozy touch to the season and a delicious treat to be given as a gift.
This blog post is all about an easy snickerdoodle cookie recipe
Ladies, I have to confess here. Baking isn’t actually one of my strongest skills. That is why I look for easy recipes to try. After a couple of times, I can feel more confident to say that I’m an expert on cookies, well…some of them haha. And one of them are the snickerdoodle cookies.The perfect snickerdoodle might seem easy to make, but there’s a bit more to it than meets the eye. The classic snickerdoodle must have cream of tartar and a special mixing method to achieve those beautiful cracks. Let’s dive into the process.
Ingredients that you will need for this easy snickerdoodle cookie recipe
- 1 cup (227g) softened butter (soft but not fully melted)
- 1 cup (200g) white sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (it is optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 2 3/4 cups (345g) all-purpose flour
- 50g white chocolate chips (optional, but it will make it more delicious haha)
For a delicious Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preparing the Dough
- Cream the Butter and Sugars:
- First you will have to mix butter, white sugar, and brown sugar. The white sugar helps the cookies spread, while brown sugar makes them chewy. Balance the two for the perfect texture.
- Mix on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until light and fluffy. Scrape the bowl as needed to ensure all butter is incorporated.
- Add the Eggs:
- Then crack one egg and one egg yolk into a bowl. Please ensure they are at room temperature. If they feel cold, warm them in a bowl of hot water for about two minutes.
- Mix the eggs into the butter-sugar mixture on medium speed for about two minutes until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate Vanilla, Baking Soda, and Cream of Tartar:
- After you will add vanilla extract (if you want), baking soda, and cream of tartar. Mix until combined. Here is a tip, cream of tartar gives snickerdoodles their distinctive tangy taste and helps them rise.
- White chocolate chip
- Now you should add the white chocolate chip in the dough (also optional here). It is completely optional. But I loooooove them so it is mandatory to me haha. I must say it takes to the next level when it is warm and you feel the crunchiness of the dough with the softness of the white chocolate chips. When I decide to add the white chocolate chip, I barely coat the dough with sugar to offset the sweetness of the white chocolate chips.
- Add the Flour:
- Gradually add the flour to the mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Making the Topping
- Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
- Mix a quarter cup of granulated sugar with four teaspoons of cinnamon.
Shaping and Baking the Cookies = )
- Form the Cookies:
- Scoop two tablespoons of dough, roll into a ball, and coat the top in the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Place on a cookie sheet, leaving enough space for spreading (about nine cookies per sheet).
- Baking:
- Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes. Optionally, bake for one minute more if needed.
Cooling
- Cool on the Pan:
- Allow cookies to cool on the pan for about five minutes. This continues the baking process and helps set the cookies.
- Transfer to a Cooling Rack:
- Move the cookies to a cooling rack to finish cooling and setting.
Texture Comparison
- 12-Minute Bake:
- Slightly firmer with a chewy center and crispy edges. Darker inside due to the brown sugar.
- 10-Minute Bake:
- Softer and doughier in the center with soft edges. More like a classic snickerdoodle.
This mega easy snickerdoodle cookie recipe can be tailored to your preference: for soft cookies a 10-minute bake or for a cakier texture a 12-minute bake. I really hope you will have a nice moment enjoying these delicious cookies, like I will be in some of the weekends during Fall haha. Now, just enjoy your delicious snickerdoodles cookies! More cookie recipes like this one can be found in the Cookies sub-category under the RECIPES category.
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