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Memory Making Snickerdoodles Recipe

These soft and chewy snickerdoodles are full of cinnamon-sugar goodness and a perfect cookie for making memories. They’re simple to make, store well, and are perfect for mailing to friends and family
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • All-purpose flour 2½ cups: Provides Structure and soft cookie crumb
  • Cream of tartar 2 teaspoons: Adds Signature tangy flavor and tenderness
  • Baking soda 1 teaspoon: Helps Cookies rise and spread
  • Salt 1/2 teaspoon: Balances Sweetness and enhances flavor
  • Unsalted butter 1/2 cup 1 stick: Adds buttery flavor and contributes to tender cookie texture.
  • Vegetable shortening 1/2 cup: Creates Tender chewy texture
  • Granulated sugar 1¾ cups: Provides Sweetness and crisp edges
  • Eggs 2 large: Bind Ingredients and add moisture
  • Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon: Enhances Warm bakery aroma
  • Ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon for coating + ½ teaspoon for dough optional: Adds Cozy spiced flavor
  • Additional sugar as needed: Used For rolling cookie dough

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop or spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Line baking trays with parchment paper.
  3. In a bowl, whisk flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, cream butter, shortening, and sugar until fluffy.
  5. Beat in eggs one at a time.
  6. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  7. Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  8. Stir until a soft dough forms.
  9. Mix cinnamon with additional sugar in a small bowl.
  10. Shape dough into small balls.
  11. Roll each ball in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  12. Bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.