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Easy One Bowl Soft Snickerdoodles Recipe Perfect for Quick Baking

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A quick and easy one bowl recipe for soft, cinnamon-sugar coated snickerdoodles that are tender, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (50 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened (optional)
  • Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. Add softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar to the dry ingredients. Beat with a hand mixer or wooden spoon until creamy and smooth. If using, mix in the cream cheese now.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. If the dough is too sticky, chill for 10 minutes; if too dry, add a teaspoon of milk or water.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon-sugar coating ingredients.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough (about 30 g each) and roll into balls. Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
  8. Place dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until edges are set but centers look soft and slightly underbaked.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use softened butter, not melted. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender. Do not overbake; cookies should look slightly underdone in the center for softness. Chilling dough for 30 minutes before baking helps control spreading and intensifies flavor. Optional cream cheese adds extra softness and tang. Can be adapted for gluten-free or vegan diets.

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