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Cozy Snickerdoodles Recipe Easy Soft Chewy Cinnamon Sugar Cookies

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Soft, chewy snickerdoodles with a cinnamon sugar crust that are quick and easy to make, perfect for cozy nights or sharing with friends.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (345 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened (170 grams)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (115 grams)
  • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar (250 grams)
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar (50 grams)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the cinnamon sugar coating:
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Beat in granulated sugar and brown sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.
  6. In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for the coating.
  7. Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, form dough balls about 1.5 inches in diameter. Roll each ball generously in the cinnamon sugar mixture and place about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 9-11 minutes until cookies puff up and slightly crack on top but remain pale with just a hint of golden edges.
  9. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overbake the cookies; pull them out when edges are set but centers are still soft. Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. Chill dough if kitchen is warm to prevent spreading. Roll dough balls generously in cinnamon sugar for a crackled crust. Cream butter and sugars well to trap air for lightness. Stick to baking soda, not baking powder, for proper rise.

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Keywords: snickerdoodles, cinnamon sugar cookies, soft chewy cookies, easy cookies, cozy desserts, cream cheese cookies

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