The Classic Cookie That Never Misses
If there’s one cookie that always hits the spot, it’s a good ol’ snickerdoodle. With a soft center, lightly crisp edges, and that signature cinnamon sugar coating, these cookies are sweet, nostalgic, and easy to make at home.
This recipe brings you everything you love—buttery dough, a hint of brown sugar for depth, and just the right amount of spice. Bake a batch and watch them disappear faster than you can say “save me one!”
Ingredients: What You’ll Need
Cookie Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1¾ cups white sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp cream of tartar
- ½ tsp salt
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 3 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon powder
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cream the Butter & Sugars
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together for 5 minutes until light and fluffy.
2. Add Wet Ingredients
- Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing until fully combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
4. Combine Wet & Dry
- Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet, mixing just until the dough comes together—don’t overmix.
5. Roll & Coat
- In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and sugar for the coating.
- Roll the dough into balls and coat thoroughly in the cinnamon sugar.
6. Bake
- Place dough balls on a baking tray lined with parchment.
- Bake at 400°F for 8–9 minutes. Cookies should be soft in the center and just set on the edges.
7. Cool & Enjoy
- Let the cookies cool for a few minutes on the tray, then transfer to a rack.
- Eat warm or store in an airtight container for later (if they last that long).
Pro Tips & Serving Suggestions
- Don’t skip the cream of tartar—it gives snickerdoodles that signature tang and chewy texture.
- Want ‘em extra soft? Slightly underbake and let them finish on the tray.
- Make ahead: Freeze the dough balls and bake straight from frozen—just add an extra minute or two.
- Double up: These go fast. You might want to make a double batch from the jump!
About the Creator
This sweet and simple recipe comes from Kimberly Nichols, known on Instagram as @kimmyskreations.1 and Tiktok as @myfamilyfinds—a video creator bringing flavor and comfort from the South straight to your screen. From baked goods to savory Southern plates, Kimmy’s recipes are all about down-home goodness made with love.
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Kimberly Nichols | @kimmyskreations.1 | myfamilyfinds