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Cozy Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe with Extra Cinnamon Sugar Easy and Perfect

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A soft and chewy snickerdoodle cookie with a crisp cinnamon sugar crust, perfect for cozy nights and sweet cravings. This recipe features a double cinnamon sugar coating for extra crunch and warmth.

Ingredients

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  • 2 3/4 cups (345 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (50 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 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons cream of tartar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup granulated sugar with 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon.
  7. Scoop dough into 1 1/2 tablespoon-sized balls (about 24 total). Roll each ball first in the cinnamon sugar mixture, then flatten slightly, and roll again.
  8. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are set but centers still look soft.
  10. Let the cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

Chill dough for 15 minutes before baking if cookies spread too much. Use softened butter at room temperature for best texture. Roll dough balls twice in cinnamon sugar for extra crunch. Avoid overmixing flour to keep cookies tender. Bake immediately after shaping for best cinnamon sugar coating.

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