Description
Enjoy soft and chewy Snickerdoodle cookies with a tender crumb and a delightful cinnamon-sugar coating. Made from simple, plant-based ingredients, this classic treat offers a perfect balance of sweetness and spice that melts in your mouth. Ideal for bakers of all levels, these cozy cookies are quick to prepare and satisfy every sweet craving.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted plant-based butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend), baking soda, and salt until fully combined. This ensures even distribution of leavening and seasoning throughout the dough.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the unsalted plant-based butter with granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is key for soft, airy cookies.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla (natural): Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract (natural), mixing until everything is well incorporated and silky smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients while mixing on low speed. Stir just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Form Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, mix cinnamon (natural) with granulated sugar. This mixture will coat the dough balls to give Snickerdoodles their classic crackled surface and warm spice flavor.
- Shape and Coat Dough Balls: Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls and gently roll each in the cinnamon sugar coating until fully covered. Place on baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and enhance flavors.
- Spoon flour into your measuring cup and level it off for the perfect amount.
- Do not overbake; bake just until edges firm up to keep centers soft and chewy.
- Use fresh cinnamon (natural) for a brighter, more fragrant cookie.
- Roll dough balls evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Snickerdoodle, cinnamon sugar cookies, soft chewy cookies, plant-based cookies, gluten-free dessert, easy cookie recipe