Snickerdoodles III

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 3 cups (360g)
• White sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g)
• Cream of tartar: 2 teaspoons
• Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
• Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (1 stick or 113g)
• Eggs: 2 large
• Cinnamon sugar mixture:
  • Ground cinnamon: 1 tablespoon
  • White sugar: 1/4 cup (50g)

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and sugar.
8. Roll the cookie dough into 1-inch balls and roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
9. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

Per cookie (1/8 of recipe):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 12g (6g saturated)
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sodium: 120mg
• Carbohydrates: 33g (2g dietary fiber, 18g sugar)
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and chewy center
• Crispy edges
• Sweet and cinnamony flavor
• Perfect for a comforting treat or dessert

User Comments:

• "These snickerdoodles are absolutely delicious! They are the perfect balance of soft and chewy, with a wonderful cinnamon flavor."
• "I love that this recipe is so easy to follow. I made them with my kids, and they had a blast helping me."
• "These are the best snickerdoodles I've ever had! They are so addictive, I can't stop eating them."
• "I'm not a huge fan of cinnamon, but these cookies are so good, I don't even mind it."
• "These snickerdoodles are the perfect treat for any occasion. They are sure to please everyone."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
• If your dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
• If your dough is too dry, add a little more butter.
• Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.