Classic Cinnamon Sugar Cookies

Servings: 24 cookies
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Estimated Calories: 90 per cookie

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For Rolling:

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup sugar with cinnamon.
6. Scoop dough by rounded tablespoons, roll into balls, and coat in cinnamon sugar mixture.
7. Place on prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with your hand.
8. Bake for 9-11 minutes, until edges are set and centers are soft. Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.