Snickerdoodles

Name: Snickerdoodles
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 24 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tsp cream of tartar; 1 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 tsp ground cinnamon; 3 tbsp granulated sugar (for rolling)

Soft and chewy American sugar cookies rolled in cinnamon sugar with a signature tangy note from cream of tartar. They bake up with lightly crinkled tops and a perfectly tender center.

45 minEasyServes 24175 cal/serving

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Ingredients

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

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2

Beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
3

Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then add 2 tsp vanilla extract.
4

In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp cream of tartar, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low until just combined.
5

In a small shallow bowl, mix 2 tsp ground cinnamon and 3 tbsp granulated sugar (for rolling) together.
6

Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough, roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat, and place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
7

Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are just set and the centers look slightly underdone. Do not overbake.
8

Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

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Questions

What oven temperature does Snickerdoodles need?

For Snickerdoodles, the oven is set to 375 F (about 190 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 12 minutes, in step 7.

Why does Snickerdoodles say not to overmix?

Step 4 reads: "Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low until just combined." Stirring develops gluten, and gluten makes quick batters tough and tunneled. Stop at step 4 while a few streaks of flour remain; they hydrate on their own.

What equipment do I need for Snickerdoodles?

Beyond a knife and a board, the method uses a hand mixer (step 2), a sheet pan (step 1) and parchment paper (step 1). If you do not have one, a whisk and a few minutes of effort replace the electric mixer.

What can I use instead of cream of tartar in Snickerdoodles?

The entry for Snickerdoodles calls for 2 tsp cream of tartar. In its place: Twice the volume of lemon juice or white vinegar does the same job for egg whites.

Does Snickerdoodles contain eggs?

Yes: 2 large eggs. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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