Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe

Step 1

Combine butter and sugar in the bowl of the stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachement. Beat on medium/high speed until the mixture is fluffy (about 5 minutes).

Step 2

Add in vanilla extract and eggs. Continue beating until well combined (about 2 minutes).

Step 3

In a separate bowl whisk together flour, salt, baking soda and cream of tartar.

Step 4

Add your dry ingredients into the butter mixture. Stir until well combined. Cover dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for 20 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, combine 1/3 cup sguar and 2 Tbsp cinnamon. Form equal-sized dough balls and roll each one generously in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Step 6

Place cookies on a baking sheet and press down the center slightly to create an even top. Bake at 350F for 8-10 minutes until the edges are lightly golden. Let cookies rest a few minutes before serving.