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Exploring the world of holiday baking is always a delightful experience, and there’s something special about the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house. Among the classics, festive Christmas snickerdoodles stand out as a beloved treat. These cookies are not only easy to make but also bring a wonderful burst of cinnamon flavor, perfect for your holiday celebrations. The combination of soft, chewy texture with the sweet, warm essence of cinnamon creates a perfect cookie that often becomes the centerpiece of many dessert tables during the festive season.
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Festive Christmas Snickerdoodles Recipe

These festive Christmas Snickerdoodles are a classic holiday cookie, known for their soft texture and cinnamon-sugar coating. Perfect for sharing during the holiday season.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword cookies, dessert, festive, holiday, snickerdoodles
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 120kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons cinnamon sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  • Portion out the dough and roll each piece into a ball, then coat in cinnamon sugar.
  • Arrange the dough balls on the baking sheets, leaving space between each.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  • Let cookies sit on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.
  • Serve with cold milk or your favorite holiday drink.

Notes

For a festive touch, dust with additional cinnamon sugar before serving.