Description
These Christmas Snickerdoodles are the perfect holiday treat! Soft, chewy, and coated in cinnamon sugar, they bring a delightful twist on the classic snickerdoodle with the addition of nutmeg, making them ideal for gifting or holiday gatherings. Whether you’re baking them for family or friends, these snickerdoodles will spread festive cheer in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup salted butter, softened
- 2 cups white sugar (divided)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- Cream butter & sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with 1 1/2 cups sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add eggs: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring they are well incorporated.
- Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- Cinnamon-sugar coating: In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/2 cup sugar with the cinnamon.
- Shape: Roll the dough into 1 3/4-inch balls and coat each in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Bake: Place the dough balls on a baking sheet, leaving about 3 inches of space between each. Bake for 9-10 minutes or until lightly golden.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened, not melted, to ensure the perfect texture for the dough.
- You can adjust the amount of cinnamon in the coating based on your preference for a stronger flavor.
- These snickerdoodles are perfect for gifting! Package them in a festive tin or jar for a thoughtful and delicious present.
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 30mg