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Soft Cinnamon Delights

Category: Sweet Treats for Every Craving

These soft, chewy cookies are rolled in cinnamon sugar for a cozy treat. The tangy flavor comes from cream of tartar in the mix.
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Clare Greco
Updated on Mon, 16 Jun 2025 18:23:33 GMT
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Final Thoughts

This crowd-favorite cookie blends a soft, buttery texture with a cinnamon sugar shell. Cream of tartar gives them a tang that sets them apart from other cookies.

Recipe FAQs

→ What’s the role of cream of tartar?
It adds that tangy twist and chewy texture snickerdoodles are famous for. It’s also what makes them different from regular sugar cookies.
→ Can these cookies go in the freezer?
Absolutely! Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months or freeze the dough balls. Just pop them straight into the oven, adding about 1-2 extra minutes.
→ Why soften butter before mixing?
Soft butter blends easily with sugar, making the dough airy and the cookies tender.
→ Why let cookies sit after baking?
Letting them rest for a couple of minutes helps them firm up enough to handle without falling apart.
→ Does a darker baking sheet matter?
Yes, it gives the bottoms a golden finish, making the cookies perfectly browned and crisp there.

Cinnamon Cookie Bites

Soft cookies with a buttery base and a zesty tang, dusted in sugary cinnamon for a cozy, classic bite.

Prep Time
20 min
Cooking Time
8 min
Total Time
28 min
By: Ana

Category: Desserts

Skill Level: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yields: 45 Servings (About 45 treats)

Dietary Preferences: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 358g (2 3/4 cups) plain flour.
02 2 tsp tartar powder.
03 1/2 tsp table salt.
04 A teaspoon of baking soda.
05 168g (3/4 cup) unsalted butter that’s softened.
06 310g (1 1/2 cups) sugar, plus extra 3 tbsp for coating.
07 Two large eggs.
08 1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla.
09 A tablespoon of ground cinnamon.

Steps

Step 01

Preheat the oven to 400°F and prep a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

Step 02

Stir together the flour, baking soda, salt, and tartar powder.

Step 03

Whisk sugar and butter until it’s fluffy and super creamy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 04

Blend in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.

Step 05

Slowly mix the dry stuff into the wet mixture until everything’s well blended.

Step 06

Make small balls (about a tablespoon each) and coat them in the cinnamon-sugar mix.

Step 07

Pop them in the oven for 6-8 minutes, then let them sit for a couple minutes before transferring to a rack to cool.

Notes

  1. You can freeze them.
  2. Lasts a week on the counter.
  3. Yields about 40-45 treats.

Required Equipment

  • Baking sheet.
  • Electric mixer.
  • Parchment sheet or silicone mat.

Allergen Information

Review each ingredient for potential allergens and consult a healthcare professional if needed.
  • Contains butter (dairy).
  • Includes eggs.
  • Made with wheat flour.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

These details are for informational purposes only and don’t replace medical advice.
  • Calories: 86
  • Fat: 3.4 g
  • Carbs: 12.9 g
  • Protein: 1.1 g