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Stack of freshly baked Chocolate Snickerdoodles cookies with sugar coating, one cookie partially bitten on top.

Soft & Chewy Chocolate Snickerdoodles

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Rich, fudgy chocolate snickerdoodles with a crackly cinnamon-sugar crust that stay soft and chewy inside.
Prep Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 4 hours 34 minutes
Servings: 30
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 140

Ingredients
  

  • 2 and ⅔ cups 333 g all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
  • ½ cup 43 g unsweetened cocoa powder (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar for tangy texture
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda for leavening
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon warm spice
  • ½ teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1 cup 226 g; 16 tablespoon unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 1 cup 200 g granulated sugar (for sweetness)
  • ½ cup 100 g packed light or dark brown sugar (adds moisture)
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract for flavor
  • cup 70 g granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for rolling

Method
 

  1. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, cream of tartar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat on medium-high speed until fully combined, scraping the sides as needed.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until fully incorporated; the dough will be thick.
  5. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 3 days. If chilled longer than a few hours, let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before scooping.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  7. In a small bowl, stir together the rolling sugar and cinnamon for the topping.
  8. Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons (35 g) of dough and roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Arrange on baking sheets 2–3 inches apart.
  9. Bake until edges are set and centers look puffy, about 13–15 minutes. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  10. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 28gCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

These chocolate snickerdoodles are perfect for cozy afternoons or gift-giving. The cinnamon-sugar coating adds a delightful crackle while the inside stays soft and indulgently fudgy.

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