Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
If you’re running low on an ingredient or two, don’t fret! You can substitute the shortening with more butter for a richer flavor, or use a mix of cinnamon and nutmeg for a little spice twist. It’s all about making it work with what’s in your pantry.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, shortening, and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.
- In a small bowl, combine the 2 tablespoons of sugar with the cinnamon.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Place the balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Pro tip: If you’re like me and enjoy the aroma of cinnamon wafting through the house, you might want to double the batch. These cookies disappear fast!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Easy Chewy Snickerdoodles, recipe, cooking, food
