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Chocolate Snickerdoodles

These Chocolate Snickerdoodles are a delightful twist on the classic! Soft, chewy cookies with rich chocolate and a warm cinnamon-sugar coating.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Coating:
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for coating)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, cream of tartar, cinnamon, and sea salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  7. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the coating.
  8. Using a cookie scoop, scoop out the dough and roll into balls. Roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  9. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, use plant-based butter.
  • Replace granulated sugar with coconut sugar for deeper flavor.
  • Add chocolate chips for an extra treat.