These chewy snickerdoodle cookies are a delightful addition to your holiday baking. Infused with a warm cinnamon flavor, they are perfect for sharing during Christmas festivities. The recipe includes a delicious cream cheese icing that adds a festive touch to these classic cinnamon swirl cookies.

Whether you’re making frosted snickerdoodles for a holiday party or simply enjoying them at home, this recipe is sure to become a favorite for all cookie lovers.

Easy Snickerdoodle Cookies with Cream Cheese Icing

This holiday cookie recipe yields soft and chewy cinnamon treats that are rolled in cinnamon sugar and topped with a rich cream cheese icing. The preparation time is about 20 minutes, and the total baking time is approximately 10-12 minutes, making it a quick and enjoyable baking experience.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for rolling)
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
4. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of cinnamon.
5. Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll them into balls, and then roll each ball in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
6. Bake: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
7. Make Cream Cheese Icing: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
8. Frost Cookies: Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a layer of cream cheese icing on top of each cookie. Serve and enjoy your holiday snickerdoodles!

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
• Total Time: 30-32 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 24 cookies
• Calories: 150kcal
• Fat: 7g
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 20g