Snickerdoodles

Oh, honey, do I have a treat for y’all today! We’re gonna be digging into the sweet and tangy world of Snickerdoodles. These little gems are soft cookies topped with cinnamon-sugar, boasting a delicate cracked surface that is simply irresistible. Snickerdoodles are perfect for any occasion. Be it a Sunday brunch, a book club meetup or simply lounging and munching on ’em while binging on Netflix! These cookies may sound funny, but I assure you, they are seriously delicious. Now, who’s ready for the Snickerdoodle parade? Strap in, folks, you’re gonna love this!

Our Snickerdoodles recipe is ridiculously simple and does not require any fancy tools or techniques. You’d be amazed at how basic ingredients, when combined just right, can create something truly magical. Best part? Your whole house will be filled with the comforting aroma of cinnamon and sugar, taking you back to those childhood baking days. Without any further ado, let’s get our hands doughy!

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 24 cookies
• Yield: 2 dozens

Well now, with the introduction out of the way, let’s move ahead to the real deal. Y’all ready? Let’s dive into the heavenly world of Snickerdoodles!

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 ½ cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 3 tsp cinnamon

You’ll also need a mixer, two baking sheets, and a cooling rack.

How To Make Snickerdoodles

1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350��F. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a mixer, combine butter and sugar until smooth. Gradually, add the eggs and vanilla, continuing to mix until it’s well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly start incorporating the dry mix into the wet ingredients. Mix just enough that you cannot see any more flour but avoid overmixing. And there ya have it, your cookie dough is ready!
4. Next, we’re gonna create that distinctive Snickerdoodle coat. In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon.
5. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, shape the dough into small balls. Roll each cookie dough ball in the cinnamon sugar mix and place them on the lined baking sheets.
6. Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes or until the edges start to harden but the center remains soft. Let your cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips For The Best Results

• Always preheat your oven.
• Make sure to not overmix the dough. This can make your cookies tough.
• For evenly baked cookies, rotate your baking sheet midway through the baking time.

Storage Tips

• You can store Snickerdoodles in an airtight container at room temperature. They’ll last for about a week.
• Sneak-a-doodle! You can freeze the raw dough balls for fresh cookies anytime. Just add a few minutes to your baking time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I substitute butter with oil in Snickerdoodles?
A: Substituting butter with oil can affect the texture and flavor of the cookies. I recommend sticking to butter for this recipe.

Q: Why do my Snickerdoodles come out puffy than cracked?
A: It might be because of too much leavening agent, try reducing the baking powder a little bit.

Q: Can I freeze my Snickerdoodles?
A: Absolutely! Just make sure they’re cooled completely before you pop ’em in the freezer.

Q: I am out of granulated sugar, can I use powdered sugar instead?
A: Powdered sugar has a different weight and may make your cookies more dense. I’d suggest sticking to granulated sugar.

Q: My cookies spread out too thin, what happened?
A: Your cookie dough might be too warm. Try chilling it a bit before baking.

Nutritional Facts of Snickerdoodles

Each serving of Snickerdoodles (1 cookie) contains about 170 calories, with 7g of fat, 1g of fiber, 2g of protein, and 14g of sugar.

In conclusion, these Snickerdoodles are truly a cinnamon-sugar delight! They make an outstanding addition to any holiday cookie platter or can be enjoyed as a sweet snack anytime. Serve ’em up with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee, and you’ll be riding the Snickerdoodle wave of heaven. Happy baking, y’all!