Andy’s Mom’s Snickerdoodles
These classic snickerdoodles are the ultimate comfort cookie, beloved for their soft, chewy center and distinctive crinkled exterior. The secret lies in the cream of tartar, which gives the dough a subtle tang that perfectly balances the sweetness. Each bite offers a warm hug of cinnamon spice coated in a crunchy sugar crust. They are incredibly easy to make, requiring just pantry staples like shortening, flour, and eggs. Perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea with friends, or a nostalgic treat to bake with the kids, these cookies bring a sense of homey warmth to any occasion. Serve them warm from the oven for the best texture.
Description
These classic snickerdoodles are the ultimate comfort cookie, beloved for their soft, chewy center and distinctive crinkled exterior. The secret lies in the cream of tartar, which gives the dough a subtle tang that perfectly balances the sweetness. Each bite offers a warm hug of cinnamon spice coated in a crunchy sugar crust. They are incredibly easy to make, requiring just pantry staples like shortening, flour, and eggs. Perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea with friends, or a nostalgic treat to bake with the kids, these cookies bring a sense of homey warmth to any occasion. Serve them warm from the oven for the best texture.
Ingredients
- 1 shortening
- 1.5 sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2.75 all-purpose flour
- 2 cream of tartar
- 1 baking soda
- 0.25 salt
- 1/2 cinnamon sugar mixture (equal parts cinnamon and sugar) for rolling
Directions
- 1 Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.- 3
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.- 4
In a separate medium bowl, sift together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.- 5
Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.- 6
In a small shallow dish, mix together equal parts cinnamon and sugar for the coating.- 7
Roll the dough into walnut-sized balls (about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter).- 8
Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.- 9
Place the cookies two inches apart on lightly greased or parchment-lined baking sheets.- 10
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly browned but the centers still look soft.- 11
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.NoteStorage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Substitutions: You can use butter instead of shortening for a richer flavor, though the texture may be slightly crispier.
Tips: For extra crinkle, ensure your dough balls are well-chilled before rolling in the cinnamon sugar and baking.
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