Description
Snickerdoodle cookies are soft, cinnamon-spiced treats perfect for satisfying sweet cravings. Featuring a tender crumb with a chewy texture and a signature cinnamon-sugar coating, these easy-to-make cookies bring warmth and sweetness to your afternoons or cozy evenings. Made from simple, wholesome ingredients and customizable to your taste, this recipe offers a classic comfort with quick preparation and delightful flavor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda (natural gelling agent substitute)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon (natural)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup softened plant-based butter (plant-based)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup natural brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Cinnamon-Sugar Coating
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda (natural gelling agent substitute), salt, and cinnamon (natural) until thoroughly combined. This ensures even distribution of the leavening and spice for every bite.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened plant-based butter (plant-based), granulated sugar, and natural brown sugar until fluffy and light in color. This step incorporates air, resulting in soft cookies.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract (natural): Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract (natural), mixing just until combined for tender dough without overworking.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until a smooth, workable dough forms without over-mixing to keep the texture soft.
- Roll dough balls in cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, mix additional cinnamon (natural) with granulated sugar. Roll spoonfuls of dough into balls, then coat them generously in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Bake to perfection: Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 175°C (350°F) for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Allow to cool slightly on the tray before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Use room temperature plant-based butter for better creaming and a soft cookie texture.
- Do not over-bake; remove cookies just as the edges set to keep them tender inside.
- Use your hands to evenly roll the dough balls so every bite bursts with cinnamon flavor.
- Chilling the dough for 15-30 minutes is optional but improves flavor and thickness.
- Use fresh and aromatic ground cinnamon (natural) for maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Snickerdoodle, cinnamon cookies, soft cookies, plant-based cookies, easy cookie recipe, cinnamon sugar cookies