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The Best Soft and Chewy Snickerdoodles

Three soft, round snickerdoodles generously coated in cinnamon sugar, resting on a white plate.
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Make classic, buttery snickerdoodles that stay soft and chewy. This easy recipe features a double coating of cinnamon sugar for the best flavor.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and 1 cup of the granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. In a shallow dish, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and the 3 tablespoons of cinnamon. This is your cinnamon-sugar coating.
  7. Scoop the dough into balls, about 1.5 tablespoons each. Roll each ball thoroughly in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated. For extra coating, roll them a second time.
  8. Place the coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. The edges should be set, but the centers should still look slightly soft. Do not overbake to keep them chewy.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For the softest cookies, use room temperature eggs and butter.
  • The cream of tartar is essential; it gives snickerdoodles their signature slight tang.
  • If you want extra crackly tops, gently press down on the dough balls slightly before baking.
  • These are best eaten within three days for maximum chewiness.

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