Snickerdoodles!
Those soft, chewy cookies with the magical touch of cinnamon sugar.
They’re a true classic, and for good reason.
They’re incredibly easy to make and oh-so satisfying.
Today, we’re going to share a fantastic recipe that’s perfect for beginner bakers or busy kitchens.
It takes just 20 minutes of prep and bake time, making it ideal for those unexpected cravings or last-minute bake sales.
Gathering Your Supplies
Here’s what you’ll need to whip up a batch of snickerdoodle magic:
Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Cinnamon Sugar:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Baking Up a Batch
Now that you have your ingredients prepped, let’s get started:
- Preheat your oven: Set it to convection bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). While your oven warms up, you can prepare the rest.
- Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, use a whisk or electric mixer to beat together your softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This will take a few minutes, but it’s an important step for creating those delightful, airy cookies.
- Incorporate the wet ingredients: Once your butter and sugar mixture is nice and creamy, crack in your egg and stir it in until fully combined. Then, add the vanilla extract and give it another quick mix.
- Dry ingredients join the party: In a separate bowl, whisk together your flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Slowly add this dry mixture to your wet ingredients. Fold it in gently with a spatula until just combined. Don’t overmix!
- Get ready for the cinnamon sugar dance: In a small bowl, combine your granulated sugar and cinnamon to create your magical coating.
- Scooping and coating: Now comes the fun part! Grab a ⅓ cup scoop (or a tablespoon if you don’t have one) and portion out your cookie dough. Roll each ball of dough in the cinnamon sugar mixture, making sure it gets a good, even coat.
- Bake time! Place your cinnamon sugar-coated dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave a couple of inches between each cookie to allow for spreading. Bake them for 10 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Tip: For chewier cookies, take them out when the edges are golden brown and the centers are still a little soft.
Enjoying the Fruits (or Cookies) of Your Labor
Once those 10 minutes are up, take your cookies out of the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
And then… the moment you’ve been waiting for! Grab a milk glass, a warm snickerdoodle, and savor that perfect combination of soft, chewy dough and the delightful crunch of cinnamon sugar.
Extra tip: These cookies store well in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days. But trust us, they probably won’t last that long!