Snickerdoodles April 21
Snickerdoodles are sugar cookies that are coated in cinnamon sugar. They usually have a cracked appearance and I have had ones that are both crisp and chewy. There is an added bonus to the cookies in that they have a fun name to say. Snickerdoodle
Snickerdoodles are probably the single least offensive cookie that there is - which is to say that they will appeal to everyone. There are people who don’t like chocolate, nuts, raisins, etc. and these cookies don’t have any of those things. They are buttery and sugary, though not really overly sweet as the sugar is tempered by the cinnamon and vanilla flavors. I have no doubt that, while they might not be the first cookie offered up by people who are asked about their favorite type, they will always be among the first to go at a party.
My theory on the popularity of this cookie is, I think, validated by the recipe I used. This recipe is Mrs. Snigg’s Snickerdoodles from AllRecipes. It has over 1200 positive ratings and 1000 positive reviews. Almost everyone gave it 5/5 stars. How could I not make them?
As I suspected, this batch of cookies was excellent. They had a perfect balance of flavors and were addictive enough to make you reach for a second. My personal preference is for a slightly crisper cookie, so if you go with the high end of the baking time, you will get a crisper cookie, while the low end will get you a chewier one. Regardless of which way you prefer your cookies, they will be delicious.
Snickerdoodles
(from Allrecipes)
2 3/4 cups all purpose flour
2 tsp cream of tartar
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup butter, soft
1/2 cup shortening (nonhydrogenated), soft
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp sugar
2 tsp cinnamon
Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together butter and shortening, gradually adding the sugar until mixture is fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, followed by vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the flour at low speed until a dough is formed.
In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon. Roll 1-inch balls of dough in the mixture and place on baking sheet. Cookies will spread, so leave about 2-inches between cookies.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, until set.
Remove to a wire cooling rack immediately.
Store in an airtight container when cool.
Makes about 4-dozen.
Kitchen Queen Apr 21
Snickerdoodles were the very first cookies I baked all by myself. I haven’t made them in years, though - time to introduce my children to them. Thanks for the fun memories, and the recipe!
Gustad Apr 21
how about some bacondoodles
Randi Apr 21
I printed this recipe off years ago and havent made them yet. Thanks for the review.
Rainey Apr 21
Omigod! I’m laughing myself sick at the thought of a “least offensive” category of cookies.
These are my son’s favorite cookies. They may, in fact, have nothing notable with which to offend, but they also have a noble simplicity AND cinnamon. Nuttin’ wrong with that! ;>
ChroniclesofChaos Apr 21
Hey there!
Just wanted to drop you a note to say that you have now become my ’sensei’ (teacher/master) food blog.
Thanks for all the effort in beautiful pics, description and receipe.
I’m ’stalking’ your site from here on…
Anonymous Apr 21
I had to laugh. Never made them before, but recently am tasked with making 20 dozen for a wedding reception among 55 dozen other types. They are the brides favorite. Nice cookies, but nothing to exclaim over. That said, my significant other just loved them. I guess they appeal to folks across the board. I say give ‘em what makes ‘em happy!
Josh Apr 21
I have actually made these before..in mass quanitities for a ton of people and they turned out awesome. I love allrecipes.com and all the positive reviews forced me to make them
poonski Apr 21
I was smiling when I saw you mentioned allrecipes.com. I used to check this site up almost every day but now I click on your blog instead!
celiaK Apr 22
Long long time ago I baked this and was wondering why it tasted like ka-ka. I looked at the recipe I got from a magazine and it did not have any sugar! *Duh*
Thanks for sharing this now I can have a proper snickerdoodles. Love that name.
Nerissa Apr 22
Mmmmm… I like snickerdoodles a lot. I like any food product with cinnamon on or in it. I, like you, like saying their name too. I like my mom’s recipe but maybe I’ll have to try this Mrs. Snigg’s version.
CameraDawktor Apr 24
I am definitely bookmarking this one, my son loves snickerdoodles!
Christine Mar 1
Snickerdoodles are one of my dad’s favorite cookies. We always had a ball making them as kids and now I am going to enjoy baking them with my 4 yr old daughter. Thanks I am bookmarking you!
Ldylvbgr Mar 9
That is the BEST recipe! I have used it for yrs, and am always asked if Iam bringing those to any potlucks we attend. lol
I have been thinking about them lately…will have to bake some!
IceKat Mar 12
I live in Australia and I’d never heard of snickerdoodles except on American TV shows. Thanks for the recipe, they sound delicious and I can’t wait to try them and introduce them over here.