Easy Snickerdoodle Cookies
These easy snickerdoodle cookies are a classic homemade cookie recipe. They are coated in cinnamon sugar and baked until lightly golden. With their sweet cinnamon coating and classic tender texture, snickerdoodles are perfect for holiday baking, cookie exchanges, dessert trays, or anytime you're craving an old-fashioned homemade cookie. This family-favorite recipe is simple to make.
This is my daughter's most requested cookie recipe. Today, I thought I'd show you how easy the steps are to make these cinnamon sugar cookies, called Snickerdoodles. If you have never made them, this is a must-try cookie recipe!
Easy Snickerdoodle Cookies
Why You'll Love These Snickerdoodle Cookies
- Classic cinnamon sugar cookie recipe.
- Easy haomade cookies made with pantry ingredients.
- Perfect for holiady baking and cookie exchanges.
- Family-friendly recipe that's easy to make.
- Great for dessert trays and gifting.
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How to Make Easy Snickerdoodle Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cup Flour
- 2 tsp. Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1 cup soften Butter
- 1 1/2 cup Sugar white granulated
- 2 tsp. Vanilla
- 2 eggs
Ingredients For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
Make adjustments to the cinnamon sugar coating to your personal preferance.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Start out by making the cookie dough.
If you don't have a mixer. Use a larger mixing bowl and a pastry cutter
First, cream your one cup of butter, and 1 1/2 cups (granulated) sugar together
Step 2: Remove creamed butter from your mixing blades. I use my spatula to do this. When hand mixing, it has a bowl rest, which is a nice feature.
Step 3: Next, add your 2 eggs and 2 tsp. vanilla extract.
Step 4: Mix until completely mixed.
Step 5:
In a separate bowl, measure out and add
- 2 3/4 flour
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 2 tsp. baking powder
Carefully, mix with a whisk or fork.
Step 6: Slowly add your flour mixture to your creamed butter and egg mixture. I use an ice cream/cookie scoop with trigger action for this. Add slowly, until all the flour is added.
Step 7: Mix well, but don't overmix. Your dough will look like this.
Step 8:
In a separate mixing bowl, make cinnamon sugar coating for cookie dough.
- 1/3 cup (granulated) sugar
- 2 tsp. cinnamon
Mix sugar and cinnamon well. Shape your dough balls, and coat with sugar, then flatten. Then follow the steps below.
Steps for coating the dough with cinnamon sugar.
Step 1. I use a smaller scoop to keep cookie ball amounts equal in size. Roll into balls until you have your non-stick sheet pan filled with them.
Step 2. Then one by one, after smoothing the rolled ball, dip each rolled cookie dough ball into the cinnamon-sugar bowl.
Rolling around two times until fully coated with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Step 3: After they are rolled and coated with sugar. Flatten each cookie with the bottom of a cup or small bowl.
Step 4:
Repeat this process if needed for a second tray of cookies.
Next Bake Your Snickerdoodles
When done, add to the preheated oven at 400°F for about 12-15 minutes. Don't overcook.
Let cool on baking cooling racks
Disclosure: I did receive the Copper Air Bake Non Stick Cookie Sheet an ice cream scoop (with trigger comfort handle), a flexible blade spatula, and a silicone spatula to try for free, courtesy of T-fal at the time of the original post.
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Easy Snickerdoodle Cookies
These easy snickerdoodle cookies are coated in cinnamon sugar and baked until lightly golden. A classic homemade cookie recipe that's perfect for holiday baking, cookie trays, and sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cup Flour
- 2 tsp. Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1 cup soften Butter
- 1 1/2 cup Sugar white granulated
- 2 tsp. Vanilla
- 2 eggs
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or use nonstick baking sheets.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
- In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon for the coating.
- Scoop the dough and roll into balls. Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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FAQ
Why are snickerdoodles rolled in cinnamon sugar?
The cinnamon sugar coating gives snickerdoodles their signature flavor and lightly crisp exterior while baking.
Can I freeze snickerdoodle cookie dough?
Yes. Roll the dough into balls and freeze until firm. Store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
What makes a snickerdoodle different from a sugar cookie?
Snickerdoodles are rolled in cinnamon sugar before baking, giving them their signature flavor. Unlike plain sugar cookies, they have a delicious cinnamon-sugar coating that makes them a favorite for holiday baking and everyday treats.
How should I store snickerdoodle cookies?
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Can I make the cookies smaller?
Yes. Use a smaller cookie scoop and reduce the baking time slightly as needed.
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Today's recipe was slightly adapted from Joy of Baking Snickerdoodles.
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I’ve never made snickerdoodles but these look really tasty! I may try them out one day since I love baking.
Hi Stacie, I’m sure you, and your family would love them. Bonus, they are easy to make!