Snickerdoodle Recipe Without Cream of Tartar
Learn how to make soft, chewy snickerdoodles without cream of tartar using simple pantry ingredients. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for all skill levels, delivering delicious cinnamon-sugar-coated cookies every time!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
- 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar plus 1/4 cup for coating
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon for coating
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until dough forms.
- Combine remaining sugar (1/4 cup) and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, coat in cinnamon-sugar mixture, and flatten slightly on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-14 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- Substitute lemon juice or white vinegar for tangy flavor if desired.
- For variations, add chocolate chips or experiment with spices like pumpkin spice or chai.