The Ultimate 3-Ingredient Snickerdoodle Cookies: Soft, Chewy, and Full of Cinnamon Magic

The Ultimate 3-Ingredient Snickerdoodle Cookies: Soft, Chewy, and Full of Cinnamon Magic

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The Ultimate 3-Ingredient Soft & Chewy Snickerdoodle Cookies

Unlock the secret to incredibly soft and chewy snickerdoodles with just 3 ingredients and a double cinnamon sugar coating for max flavor.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 180 kcal

📝 Ingredients

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. 2
    In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar on medium speed until light, fluffy, and pale in color, about 3-5 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  3. 3
    Gradually add the self-rising flour to the creamed mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined and no dry streaks of flour remain. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
  4. 4
    In a small, shallow bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon for the coating.
  5. 5
    Scoop out dough portions, about 1.5 to 2 tablespoons each, and roll them into smooth balls. Roll each dough ball thoroughly in the cinnamon sugar mixture until completely coated.
  6. 6
    Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. 7
    Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly set and golden, but the centers still look soft and slightly underbaked. Do not overbake for soft cookies!
  8. 8
    Immediately upon removing from the oven, gently transfer each warm cookie back into the bowl of cinnamon sugar. Roll it again to create a second, generous coating. The warmth will help the sugar adhere.
  9. 9
    Transfer the double-dipped cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy the soft, chewy perfection!

💡 Notes

For an authentic snickerdoodle tang, add 1/2 teaspoon of cream of tartar along with the self-rising flour. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For extra softness, add a half-slice of bread to the container. Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months. When baking from frozen, add an extra minute or two to the bake time.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 180 kcal
Protein 2g
Total Fat 9g
Saturated Fat 5g
Carbs 23g
Fiber 0g
Sugar 15g
Sodium 100mg
Cholesterol 25mg

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