Best Snickerdoodles Cookie Recipe

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Best Snickerdoodles Cookie Recipe

For the cookies:
1.5 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature (1 stick)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the coating:
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a sheet tray with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

In a medium bowl, whisk to combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

Place the butter and both sugars in a bowl and cream together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until combined, about another minute. Add the dry ingredients and mix until the dough comes together. It will look thick and crumbly.

For the coating, in a small bowl, whisk to combine the sugar and cinnamon. Scoop the cookie dough with a large 3 Tablespoon cookie scoop and drop into the cinnamon sugar mixture. Roll around well to coat, then place on the baking sheet. When the dough is all scooped out, use a glass to flatten each ball into a disk about 1/4" thick. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and crisp on the edges. Let the cookies cool on the pan for a few minutes to set their shape, then they're ready to enjoy!