Snickerdoodles

Smart Cookie Score ●●●●○

ⓘ creates 24 cookies

A buttery classic with a tender center and that iconic cinnamon-sugar sparkle — like childhood in cookie form.

Flavor Profile Spiced

Cinnamon warmth layered over sweet, buttery vanilla with a subtle tang.

Ingredients

• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tsp cream of tartar

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For rolling

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 1 ½ tbsp ground cinnamon

Optional:

• A pinch of nutmeg in the cinnamon-sugar mix

• Brown butter instead of regular for deeper flavor

• Frosting drizzle or white chocolate dip

Instructions

Mix dry ingredients In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.

Cream butter & sugar In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs & vanilla Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.

Combine Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet until a soft dough forms.

Chill the dough Cover and refrigerate the dough for 30–60 minutes for best texture.

Roll & coat Combine cinnamon and sugar in a shallow bowl. Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and roll each one in the mixture.

Bake Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers still look slightly soft. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.