Get into the holiday spirit with these festive Christmas Snickerdoodles! These cookies combine the warm, comforting flavors of a classic Snickerdoodle with a colorful twist of red and green sugar sprinkles, making them a perfect addition to your holiday baking lineup. Soft, chewy, and delightfully cinnamon-scented, these cookies are bound to be a hit at any holiday gathering or cozy night in.
The Perfect Blend of Tradition and Festivity
This recipe takes the traditional Snickerdoodle to a new level of cheer with the addition of holiday-colored sprinkles. Whether you’re baking for a cookie exchange, family gathering, or simply filling the cookie jar, these Christmas Snickerdoodles are sure to bring smiles. Let’s bake up some holiday magic!
Pro Tips for Spectacular Christmas Snickerdoodles
- Creamy Base: Ensure the butter and sugar are creamed together until light and fluffy to create a soft and tender cookie.
- Uniform Cookies: Use a cookie scoop to form uniform balls of dough, ensuring each cookie bakes evenly and comes out perfectly round.
- Festive Coating: Generously roll the dough balls in the cinnamon-sugar mix with sprinkles for a festive appearance and extra flavor.
- Don’t Overbake: Keep an eye on the oven; these cookies should come out soft in the center with a slight crust on the outside.
- Cooling: Let the cookies set on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. This step helps them firm up without becoming too hard.
Christmas Snickerdoodles Recipe:
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 8-10 minutes per batch
- Serving: Makes approximately 36 cookies
- Equipment: Baking sheets, parchment paper, mixing bowls
These cookies are a delightful treat that embodies the spirit of the holiday season.
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:
- Preheat and Prepare: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat together the butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs and vanilla.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend these into the creamed mixture.
- Prepare Cinnamon-Sugar Mix: In a small bowl, combine the 3 tablespoons sugar, cinnamon, and sprinkles.
- Form Cookies: Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll each in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Bake: Arrange the dough balls on the prepared sheets, spaced 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Cool: Allow cookies to cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
A Sweet Addition to Your Holiday Celebrations
These Christmas Snickerdoodles are more than just cookies; they’re a festive tradition in the making. With their soft texture, sweet cinnamon flavor, and cheerful sprinkles, they’re sure to become a favorite. Enjoy sharing these delightful treats during the holiday season, or anytime you want to add a little extra cheer to your day.
