Description
These Chocolate Snickerdoodles are a rich twist on the classic cookie, with a soft and chewy texture and a sweet, spiced coating. Perfect for chocolate lovers, these cookies pair the warm flavors of cinnamon and sugar with the decadent taste of cocoa. Ideal for holidays, parties, or everyday treats!
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Coating:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add Wet Ingredients:
- Beat in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a smooth dough forms.
- Prepare the Coating:
- In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon together for the coating.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Roll the dough into 1 1/2-inch balls. Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers look slightly underbaked.
- Cool the Cookies:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra softness, avoid overbaking the cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the coating for a spicy twist!