Christmas Snickerdoodles

Celebrate the Season with Festive Christmas Snickerdoodles

Get into the holiday spirit with these delightful Christmas Snickerdoodles, adorned with red and green sugar sprinkles for that festive flair! These cookies combine the classic snickerdoodle’s soft, chewy texture with a colorful twist.

Making them a standout addition to any holiday cookie platter. Perfect for cookie swaps, family gatherings, or simply enjoying with a warm cup of cocoa, these snickerdoodles are a holiday must-bake.

Easy and Festive Christmas Snickerdoodles

These Christmas Snickerdoodles are not only beautiful to look at but are also simple to make, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the festivities.

With their sugary cinnamon coating and holiday-colored sprinkles, they capture the essence of the season in every bite. Here’s how to bring these festive treats to your holiday table.

Pro Tips for Perfect Snickerdoodles:

1. Room Temperature Ingredients: Start with room temperature butter and eggs to ensure your dough mixes evenly.
2. Even Coating: Roll the dough balls thoroughly in the cinnamon-sugar mix for a beautiful and flavorful outer layer.
3. Don’t Overbake: Keep an eye on the oven! Snickerdoodles are best when they’re soft and just set, not hard.
4. Cooling Time: Let them cool on the sheets for a few minutes to set before moving to a wire rack. This helps them keep their perfect shape.

Christmas Snickerdoodle Recipe:

• Preparation time: 20 minutes
• Cooking time: 8-10 minutes per batch
• Serving: Makes about 48 cookies
• Equipment: Mixing bowls, baking sheets, wire racks

These snickerdoodles are a festive twist on a beloved classic, sure to become a holiday tradition.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for coating)
• 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for coating)
• Red and green sugar sprinkles (for a festive touch)

Directions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Warm your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the butter with 1 1/2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, beating well.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend these into the creamed mixture.
4. Prepare Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture: Combine 3 tablespoons sugar with cinnamon and sprinkles in a small bowl.
5. Form Cookies: Shape the dough into 1-inch balls, roll each in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.
6. Bake: Cook for 8-10 minutes until the cookies are set but still soft.
7. Cool: Let them rest on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Perfect for Any Holiday Gathering

These Christmas Snickerdoodles bring a pop of colour and a burst of sugar and spice to your holiday celebrations.

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