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Easy Petite Snickerdoodle Cookie Recipe for Beginners

Petite Snickerdoodle Cookie

Sara Coleman
These classic, soft-baked snickerdoodles are perfectly petite with chewy centers, crackly tops, and a generous coating of cinnamon sugar. Their warm, nostalgic flavor and irresistible texture make them an ideal treat for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 60 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 0.5 tsp cream of tartar
  • 0.25 tsp baking soda
  • 0.125 tsp fine sea salt
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter softened at room temperature
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar for rolling
  • 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon for rolling

Notes

Storage: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze baked cookies in a sealed container for up to 3 months. Make-Ahead: You can scoop and roll the dough balls, then freeze them on a tray before transferring to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the bake time. Variations: Add 1/4 tsp nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar for extra warmth, or use a mix of white and brown sugar in the dough for deeper flavor. For a chewier texture, slightly underbake by 1 minute.