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Christmas Snickerdoodles

  • Author: Nina Johnson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 30 min chill)
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 30 cookies 1x

Description

These Christmas Snickerdoodles are buttery, chewy, and rolled in a sparkling coat of cinnamon sugar that tastes like the holidays in every bite. With a perfect balance of softness and spice, they’re an irresistible addition to your cookie tray or dessert spread.


Ingredients

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2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons cream of tartar

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (plus 1/4 cup for rolling)

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for rolling)


Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Mix 1/4 cup sugar with cinnamon in a small bowl.
  8. Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and roll in cinnamon-sugar.
  9. Place on baking sheets, 2 inches apart.
  10. Bake 8–10 minutes or until edges are set.
  11. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.