Name: Best Ever Snickerdoodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons cream of tartar; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 2 eggs; 1 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon

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BEST EVER SNICKERDOODLES – Soft, chewy snickerdoodle cookies coated in warm cinnamon sugar — a classic favorite that’s simple, cozy, and always irresistible!

These soft and chewy snickerdoodle cookies are a timeless classic! Rolled in cinnamon sugar and baked to golden perfection, they’re buttery, cozy, and full of that nostalgic flavor everyone loves. Perfect for holiday baking or an everyday sweet treat!

Ingredients

All-purpose flour
Cream of tartar
Baking soda
Salt
Unsalted butter
Granulated sugar
Eggs
Pure vanilla extract
Ground cinnamon

What you’ll need

Essentail

Mixing bowls: one small, one medium, one large
Measuring cups and spoons
Whisk
Hand or stand mixer
Rubber spatula or wooden spoon
Cookie scoop (2-tablespoon size)
Baking sheets
Parchment paper or silicone baking mats
Cooling rack

Optional but handy

Extra cookie sheet
Offset spatula
Air-tight cookie tin or glass jar

What to Serve with Snickerdoodle Cookies

Warm Drinks: Serve them with a mug of hot cocoa, spiced chai, or creamy vanilla latte for the ultimate comfort combo. For something lighter, a cup of chamomile or cinnamon tea brings out those warm spice notes beautifully.

Sweet Pairings: Sandwich them around vanilla ice cream for a quick ice cream sandwich, or crumble them over apple crisp or warm bread pudding for a sweet cinnamon crunch.

Fruits & Sides: Sliced apples, pears, or berries pair beautifully with the cinnamon flavor. For brunch or dessert boards, add your cookies alongside fresh fruit, nuts, and a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce.

For a Dessert Spread: Try pairing them with chocolate chip cookies, lemon bars, or shortbread for variety. Add a few small bowls of cinnamon-sugar dip or cream cheese frosting for dunking.

Tips and Tricks

Chill the dough if it’s too soft: If your dough feels sticky or warm, pop it in the fridge for 20–30 minutes. Chilling helps prevent spreading and gives you that soft, thick center with slightly crisp edges.

Watch the bake time carefully: The secret to soft, chewy snickerdoodles is pulling them out just before they look done. The edges should be set, but the centers will look a little underbaked—they’ll continue baking on the tray as they cool.

Store properly for long-lasting softness: Keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature with a slice of bread or a marshmallow inside—it helps maintain that perfect chewy texture for days.

Make ahead and freeze: Roll the dough into balls (before coating), freeze on a tray, then transfer to a bag. When ready to bake, roll in cinnamon sugar and bake straight from frozen—just add an extra minute to the bake time.

I hope you love these classic Snickerdoodle Cookies as much as we do! They’re simple, cozy, and always a hit no matter the season. If you bake a batch, I’d love to hear how they turned out—drop a comment below or tag me on social media so I can see your sweet creations! And if you enjoyed this recipe, don’t forget to save or share it so you can come back to it again and again. Happy baking, friends!

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