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Brown Butter Snickerdoodles
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Brown Butter Snickerdoodles

A more grown-up version of a classic, these brown butter snickerdoodles have a subtle nuttiness that matches their chewy middle and crisp edges.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Chilling Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 32 minutes
Course: Cookies & Bars
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 cookies
Author: Paige Adams

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces unsalted butter cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it turns golden brown, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat. Strain the butter and pour it into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. On medium-low speed, beat the butter for 5 to 7 minutes until it cools to room temperature.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
  • Add 1 cup granulated sugar and the brown sugar to the butter and mix for 2 minutes on medium speed. Use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl and beat in the egg-mixture on low speed. Increase the speed to medium and mix until fully combined, about 30-45 seconds.
  • Add the flour mixture in 3 additions mixing until just combined. Form the dough into a rough ball in the bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line two sheet pans with parchment.
  • In a small bowl, combine the remaining cinnamon and granulated sugar. Scoop out dough by the scant 1/4 cup, roll into a ball and coat in cinnamon sugar. Transfer to the prepared sheet pans, spacing 2 inches apart. Press the dough down with the bottom of a glass, so it is about 3/8” thick. Bake 10-12 minutes, switching the sheet pans halfway through, until the cookies are golden brown and cracked on top.
  • Cool the cookies on the sheet pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

Adapted from Baked Elements by Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito

Nutrition

Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 102mg | Potassium: 73mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 258IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg