Snickerdoodles Without Cream Of Tartar
Soft, chewy cinnamon sugar cookies made without cream of tartar. These cookies are perfect for sharing by the fireside or gifting during the holidays.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar plus 2 Tbsp reserved for rolling
- 2 large eggs eggs room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 ¾ cups (470 g) all-purpose flour spoon and level for accuracy
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon plus an extra 2 tsp in the sugar mix
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Beat butter with 1 ½ cups sugar until pale and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture. Chill the dough for 20 minutes.
- Roll dough into balls and coat with cinnamon sugar. Place on baking sheets.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set and centers look slightly underbaked.
Notes
For extra chew, swap half the butter for shortening or use egg yolk instead of one whole egg. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
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