Best 5 Easy Christmas Snickerdoodles Recipes

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**Indulge in the Holiday Cheer with Easy Christmas Snickerdoodles: A Festive Trio of Delights**

As the holiday season approaches, the aroma of freshly baked cookies fills the air, evoking memories of family gatherings and festive celebrations. Among the most beloved Christmas treats are the classic snickerdoodles, known for their soft and chewy texture, sweet cinnamon-sugar coating, and irresistible flavor. This article presents a delightful trio of Christmas snickerdoodle recipes that will add a touch of magic to your holiday baking. From the traditional recipe to variations infused with peppermint and cranberries, these snickerdoodles promise to tantalize your taste buds and create lasting memories. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that captures the essence of Christmas cheer, one bite at a time.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHRISTMAS SNICKERDOODLES



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A classic snickerdoodle cookie that's rolled in green or red sugar for a festive holiday touch. Perfect for holiday cookie platters or cookie exchanges!

Provided by Julie Evink

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
2 Tbsp green sugar sprinkles
2 Tbsp red sugar sprinkles
1 ½ c. sugar
½ c. shortening
½ c. butter
2 eggs
2 ¾ c. flour
2 tsp cream of tartar
1 tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • In a small bowl, mix red sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the cinnamon.
  • In another small bowl, mix green sugar and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon until combined.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together sugar, shortening, butter and eggs. Stir in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt and mix until combined.
  • Roll dough into small inch balls.
  • Roll half iof the dough balls in green sugar-cinnamon mixture and the other half in the red sugar cinnamon mix.
  • Place about 2 inches apart on a cookie sheet.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes until bottoms are just lightly golden.
  • Cool 2 minutes on cookie sheet.
  • Remove from cookie sheet to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cookie, Calories 249 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 118 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 17 g

EASY CHRISTMAS SNICKERDOODLES



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Love cinnamon and sugar? You'll want to try this easy version of a classic cinnamon and sugar cookie.

Provided by Ready Plan Save

Time 1h30m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 egg
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Betty Crocker™ red and green decorating icings

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, flour, butter and egg until dough forms.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls. In small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon. Roll balls in sugar-cinnamon mixture. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake 11 to 12 minutes or until set. Cool 1 minute. Remove from cookie sheets. If desired, roll tops of warm cookies in additional sugar-cinnamon mixture. Cool completely, about 20 minutes. Decorate as desired using icing.

EASY CHRISTMAS SNICKERDOODLES



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It's the season of cookies, but that doesn't mean you need hours of effort. Discover how to make snickerdoodles using Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix for a cookie treat that brightens any dessert tray. Once you mix up the dough (super easy), roll the dough balls in cinnamon and sugar. If you'd like to make sure your Christmas snickerdoodles are decorated for the season, use Betty Crocker™ red and green decorating icings.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pouch (17.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
Butter and egg called for on cookie mix pouch for drop cookies
3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Betty Crocker™ red and green decorating icings, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, mix cookie mix, softened butter and egg with spoon until soft dough forms.
  • Shape dough into 36 (1 1/4-inch) balls. In small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon. Roll balls in sugar-cinnamon mixture. On ungreased cookie sheets, place balls 2 inches apart. Discard any remaining sugar-cinnamon mixture after rolling balls.
  • Bake 7 to 9 minutes or until edges are set. Cool 1 minute. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Decorate as desired using icings. Store cookies covered in airtight container. If decorating with icings, once icings are set, store cookies loosely covered in a single layer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 60 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

CHRISTMAS SNICKERDOODLES (COOKIE EXCHANGE QUANTITY)



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Red and green sugars dress up a best-loved cookie for the holidays.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons Betty Crocker™ Decors red sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons Betty Crocker™ Decors green sugar
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 eggs
2 3/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. In small bowl, mix red sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the cinnamon; set aside. In another small bowl, mix green sugar and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon; set aside.
  • In large bowl, beat sugar, shortening, butter and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon. Stir in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt.
  • Shape dough into 3/4-inch balls. Roll in sugar-cinnamon mixtures. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until centers are almost set. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 35 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

CHRISTMAS SNICKERDOODLES RECIPE



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Super soft white chocolate dipped Christmas snickerdoodles are chewy and full of cinnamon. They are both festive and delicious!

Provided by Lil' Luna

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter (softened)
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp cream of tartar
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 10 oz. bag White chocolate melting wafers
Christmas sprinkles

Steps:

  • Mix together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt together. Set aside.
  • Cream together sugar and butter. Add eggs and vanilla and blend well.
  • Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix well.
  • Shape dough into 1 inch balls and roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  • Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes at 350 degrees. (Makes about 3-4 dozen cookies)
  • Once cookies are cool, melt chocolate wafers in microwave or by heating up in a small pot on low heat stirring constantly.
  • Once all melted, dip half the cookie in the melted white chocolate, add Christmas sprinkles and let set on parchment paper lined baking sheet. Serve once set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Sodium 112 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use room temperature butter and eggs for a tender and chewy cookie.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy for a smooth and even cookie texture.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • Roll the dough balls in cinnamon sugar before baking for a classic snickerdoodle flavor.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

Easy Christmas Snickerdoodles are a delicious and festive holiday cookie that is perfect for baking with family and friends. With simple ingredients and a classic flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering. Whether you are looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or a gift to give to loved ones, Easy Christmas Snickerdoodles are the perfect choice. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and get ready to bake up a batch of these delicious holiday cookies!

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