Soft Snickerdoodle Recipe: A Chewy Delight
Are you craving a warm, soft, and subtly spiced cookie that melts in your mouth? Look no further than this soft snickerdoodle recipe. This recipe delivers on that perfect balance of chewy texture and cinnamon-sugar sweetness, making it the ultimate comfort food. Forget those hard, crunchy snickerdoodles; this recipe guarantees a delightful, melt-in-your-mouth experience.
Ingredients You'll Need:
This recipe uses simple, readily available ingredients. You probably already have most of them in your pantry!
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened (very important for that soft texture!)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
For the cinnamon-sugar coating:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Follow these easy steps for perfectly soft snickerdoodles every time:
Step 1: Cream Together Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This step is crucial for achieving that tender crumb. Use an electric mixer for best results.
Step 2: Add Eggs
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
Step 4: Gradually Add Dry Ingredients to Wet Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay!
Step 5: Prepare the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating
In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
Step 6: Shape the Dough
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until thoroughly coated.
Step 7: Bake to Perfection
Place the coated dough balls onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
Step 8: Cool and Enjoy!
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your warm, soft, and delicious snickerdoodles!
Tips for Extra Soft Snickerdoodles:
- Don't overbake! Overbaking will result in dry, crunchy cookies. Start checking for doneness around 8 minutes.
- Use softened butter: This is key to achieving that soft and chewy texture.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing develops the gluten in the flour, resulting in tough cookies.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before storing.
Serving Suggestions:
These soft snickerdoodles are perfect on their own, but they're also delicious with a glass of cold milk, a cup of coffee, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
This recipe is easily adaptable. Feel free to experiment with different spices or add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts to create your own unique variations! Enjoy baking!
