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The Best Snickerdoodle Recipe for Perfectly Soft and Chewy Cookies

The BEST Snickerdoodle Recipe (Perfectly Soft and Chewy)

The BEST Snickerdoodle Recipe for perfectly soft and chewy cookies that are sure to delight!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon for rolling.
  7. Roll the dough into balls and then roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  8. Place on ungreased baking sheets and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra chewiness, do not overbake the cookies.
  • Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

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Keywords: Snickerdoodle, cookies, dessert, baking