Snickerdoodle Skillet Cookies – One Big Cinnamon Dream Recipe
This Snickerdoodle Skillet Cookie is a soft, chewy, and warm cinnamon-infused dessert baked in one big skillet. Featuring the classic snickerdoodle flavors of cinnamon and sugar with a buttery base, it’s perfect for sharing straight from the oven, topped with vanilla ice cream or caramel drizzle for an indulgent treat.
- Author: Douaa
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Cookie Dough
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (60g) packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Cinnamon-Sugar Coating
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
Optional Finish
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Caramel drizzle
- Preheat and Prepare Skillet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet or round baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugars, mixing well until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Mix Cinnamon-Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping.
- Press Dough in Skillet: Transfer the dough into the prepared skillet and press it evenly across the bottom. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top of the dough.
- Bake: Bake the cookie for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown while the center remains soft and slightly jiggly.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the cookie to rest in the skillet for 5 minutes to set slightly. Serve warm, directly from the skillet, topped with optional vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce if desired.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to maintain a tender, chewy texture.
- Use a cast iron skillet for even baking and a rustic presentation.
- For a crispier edge, bake a few minutes longer but watch closely to prevent burning.
- Leftovers can be warmed up and enjoyed the next day, but best fresh.
- Variations: Add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of skillet cookie
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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