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Snickerdoodles

Updated: May 7, 2025 · Published: Mar 19, 2025 by Misty Tannery · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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If you’re on the hunt for the perfect Snickerdoodles recipe, look no further—these always chewy Snickerdoodles are exactly what you’ve been craving! With soft, buttery centers and that signature cinnamon-sugar coating, they deliver classic flavor with an irresistibly chewy texture in every bite. Best of all, this easy snickerdoodle cookie recipe comes together quickly with simple pantry ingredients. So, whether you're baking for the holidays, a cookie exchange, or just because, these are sure to be a crowd favorite!

soft and chewy snickerdoodles
snickerdoodles

If you like these you will love my fall recipe- pumpkin snickerdoodles on this site!

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Ingredients

You will probably find all you need for these cookies in your pantry! Make some today!

  • butter
  • shortening
  • sugar
  • eggs
  • flour
  • cream of tartar
  • soda and salt
  • And of course Cinnamon!

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

These cookies come together so quickly, you will be thanking me later!

snickerdoodle process 1 creaming together
creaming together
  1. Step 1: Cream together the butter, shortening, eggs and sugar.
snickerdoodle process 2 dry ingredients
dry ingredients
  1. Step 2: Mix in sifted dry ingredients.
snickerdoodle process 3 rolling in cinnamon sugar
rolling in cinnamon sugar
  1. Step 3: Scoop out dough and roll in that glorious cinnamon sugar.
snickerdoodle process 4 bake cookies on parchment
bake
  1. Step 4: Bake at 400 for 8-10 minutes

Hint: Bake just until edges are set and centers are still soft...this will yield soft chewy centers!

Equipment

Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. I love using parchment paper with my favorite baking sheets for these cookies. Using a good quality baking sheet makes all the difference in baking

You can find my favorite ones here along with other fav baking supplies affiliate link to purchase the equipment.

Storage

These store great for up to 5 days. (if they last that long!) Cool completely and store in an air tight container.

FAQ

Can I freeze these?

Yes! you can freeze the cooked cookies for 2 weeks and just thaw and serve

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    Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies 

Freshly baked snickerdoodle cookies laid out on a tray ready to serve.
Print Recipe

Snickerdoodles

Always chewy, tender and full of cinnamon flavor, these cookies are a treat everytime!
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time9 minutes mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cinnamon, cinnamon sugar, cookies
Servings: 30 cookies
Calories: 146kcal
Author: Misty Tannery - www.learneditfrommymom.com

Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup vegetable shortening
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 2 medium eggs
  • 2 ¾ cups all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Cinnamon Sugar for Roling Cookies

  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400℉. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In electric mixer combine the butter, shortening, 1 ½ cups sugar and the eggs, mix thoroughly on medium speed until creamy and well combined, 1 to 2 minutes. 
  • Sift together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt, and stir into the shortening mixture.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the remaining 2 tablespoons sugar with the cinnamon. 
  • Shape the dough into 1 ½-inch balls (I use the 1 ½ inch cookie scoop), and roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar. Arrange the dough balls 2 inches apart on cookie sheets.
  • Bake until the edges of the cookies are set but the centers are still soft, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the cookies to wire racks for cooling. Repeat with the remaining dough balls.

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 61mg | Potassium: 51mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 111IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg

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