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Best Soft Snickerdoodle Cookies with Cinnamon Sugar Twist

Soft snickerdoodle cookies with chewy centers and cinnamon sugar coating, plus a touch of nutmeg for a cozy, just-right twist.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time9 minutes
Servings1 cookie (nice size)
Calories: 140kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp cream of tartar
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 ¼ sticks 10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Sugar Coating

  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • ⅛ tsp nutmeg

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  • In another bowl, cream butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
  • Add dry ingredients gradually and mix until a soft dough forms.
  • In a small bowl, mix sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg for coating.
  • Roll dough into balls and coat in sugar mixture.
  • Place on baking sheet and bake 9–11 minutes.
  • Cool 2–3 minutes on pan before moving to a rack.

Notes

Makes 18 to 24 cookies. Serve warm with milk or coffee. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.