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Snickerdoodle Meltaways

Soft and buttery Snickerdoodle Meltaways with a hint of cinnamon. These delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 20 cookies
Calories 146kcal

Ingredients

Cookies

  • 226 g (2 sticks / 1 cup) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 3/4 cups (210g) all-purpose flour, scoop & leveled
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

Cookies

  • Preheat Oven & Line Tray: Preheat the oven to 356ºF (180ºC) fan-forced and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Prepare Mixing Equipment: Set up your stand mixer with the paddle attachment, or prepare a large mixing bowl with an electric hand beater.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: Add softened butter and powdered sugar to the bowl and beat on medium-high for 1 minute, scraping down the sides as needed.
  • Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour, cornstarch and cinnamon into the bowl with the butter mixture. Beat on low-medium speed until a crumbly dough forms. Use your hands or a spatula to bring the dough together into a soft ball.
  • Shape and Coat Cookies: In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating. Scoop 1 tablespoon (25g) of dough per cookie, roll it into a ball, and then roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat. Place the coated balls on the lined baking sheet, leaving a 2-inch gap between each. Do not flatten the balls.
  • Bake Cookies: Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the tops are set. Avoid over-baking for a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
  • Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store: Place cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week to keep them fresh.
Freeze: These cookies freeze well without losing their texture. Place in a freezer-safe container or bag with parchment paper between layers, then label and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 16mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 283IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg