Description
Delightful cookies with a soft, chewy texture and warm cinnamon flavor, perfect for gatherings or cozy days at home.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup salted butter, softened
- 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
- 2 whole eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup sugar (for rolling)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy.
- Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- For the cinnamon-sugar coating, combine 1/3 cup sugar and 1 1/2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Scoop spoonfuls of cookie dough and roll them into balls.
- Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
- Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
<li gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.
Notes
For softer cookies, slightly underbake them. Ensure butter is softened and don’t overmix the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American