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Snickerdoodle Sandwich Cookies

The cookies stay soft, the cinnamon sugar gives that classic flavor, and the buttercream brings everything together without being too heavy.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time11 minutes
Keyword: cinnamon buttercream, snickerdoodle sandwich cookies, snickerdoodles
Servings: 14 sandwich cookies
Calories: 420kcal

Ingredients

Snickerdoodle Cookies:

  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Cinnamon Sugar Mixture:

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Cinnamon Buttercream Filling:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. About 5 minutes.
  • Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • Scoop the cookie dough using a cookie scoop.
  • In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon.
  • Scoop dough into balls (about 2 tablespoons each).
  • Roll each ball in cinnamon sugar.
  • Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 9–11 minutes.
  • The centers should look slightly underdone when you pull them out.
  • Let cookies cool completely!

The Cinnamon Buttercream:

  • Beat butter until smooth, about 5 minutes.
  • Add powdered sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
  • Add cream as needed.
  • Beat until light and fluffy.

Assembling the Sandwich Cookies:

  • Pair cookies of similar size.
  • Spread or pipe buttercream onto one cookie and top with another.
  • Gently press together.
  • Optional: roll edges lightly in cinnamon sugar for a finished look!

Notes

Nutrition facts are approximate and can vary based on your measurements.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 sandwich cookies | Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Sugar: 36g