Description
Brown Butter Snickerdoodle Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic favorite! Infused with the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter and coated in cinnamon sugar, these cookies offer an irresistible combination of crispy edges and a chewy center. Perfect for sharing with friends or indulging yourself, each bite is a nostalgic treat that will transport you back to cozy family gatherings. Bake these cookies for your next event, and watch them disappear in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (browned)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Brown the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until fluffy. Stir in the cooled browned butter.
- Gradually add the sifted flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to form a sticky dough.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough, roll into balls, then coat in cinnamon-sugar before placing on baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg