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Soft Snickerdoodle Teacher Appreciation Cookies

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These soft snickerdoodle cookies feature a tender crumb with a crackled cinnamon sugar crust, perfect for gifting or everyday treats. The recipe uses simple pantry staples and includes a touch of sour cream for extra moisture and softness.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (345 grams)
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar (300 grams)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup sour cream (120 ml)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon sugar coating: ¼ cup granulated sugar + 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  5. Add the sour cream and mix until just blended.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. In a small bowl, mix the ¼ cup granulated sugar with 2 teaspoons cinnamon for the coating.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop dough and roll into balls (about 1.5 tablespoons or 30 grams each). Roll each ball generously in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  9. Place dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set but centers look slightly underbaked.
  11. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Avoid overmixing the dough to keep cookies tender. Roll dough balls generously in cinnamon sugar for the signature crackled top. If dough is too soft, chill for 20-30 minutes before baking. Remove cookies when centers look slightly underbaked to maintain softness. An oven thermometer helps maintain accurate baking temperature.

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