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Perfect Small-Batch Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe

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These small-batch snickerdoodle cookies are soft in the center with a crackly top and generous cinnamon-sugar coating. Perfect for parties, they come together in about 30 minutes using pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons sugar and 1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon for the coating. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and 3/4 cup sugar until smooth and glossy. Add egg and vanilla; whisk until pale yellow and slightly thickened, about 30 seconds.
  4. Sprinkle flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt over the wet mixture. Fold with a rubber spatula until just combined. Dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
  5. Portion dough into 12 equal balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each). Roll each ball in cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat generously. Place on prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
  6. Chill dough balls on baking sheet for 15 minutes (optional but recommended for thicker cookies).
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set and lightly golden. Centers will look puffy and slightly underdone.
  8. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For extra-thick cinnamon-sugar coating, roll dough balls in coating before chilling and again right before baking. Cookies taste even better the next day. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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