Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar (for coating)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon for coating.
- Shape dough into 1 1/2-inch balls, roll in cinnamon-sugar mixture, and place on baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft. Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Use fresh ground cinnamon for a more aromatic flavor.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg