Snickerdoodle Cookie Mix
Creating a snickerdoodle cookie pantry mix is a fantastic way to have fresh cookies ready at a moment’s notice. This mix combines all the dry ingredients needed for snickerdoodles, so you can whip up a batch whenever the craving hits.
Why Make a Pantry Mix?
- Convenience: Having a mix on hand means you can make cookies quickly without measuring out each ingredient every time.
- Consistency: Pre-measured ingredients ensure your cookies turn out perfect every time.
- Gift Idea: These mixes make great gifts for friends and family, especially during the holidays.
What’s in the Mix?
- Flour: The base of any good cookie.
- Sugar: Adds sweetness and helps create that classic snickerdoodle texture.
- Cream of Tartar: Essential for that tangy flavor and chewy texture.
- Baking Soda: Helps the cookies rise.
- Salt: Enhances all the flavors.
How to Use the Mix
When you’re ready to bake, simply add the wet ingredients like butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mix. Roll the dough balls in a cinnamon-sugar mixture before baking to get that signature snickerdoodle taste.
Storage Tips
Store your snickerdoodle cookie mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. It should last for several months, making it a perfect pantry staple.
Final Thoughts
With this pantry mix, you can enjoy the delightful taste of snickerdoodles anytime. Whether you’re baking for yourself or sharing with others, this mix is sure to be a hit.
Snickerdoodle Cookie Mix
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients in jar or quart bag.
- To prepare: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Then cream 1 cup butter or margarine, softened, and 2 eggs. Add the entire dry mix and blend till well mixed. Shape dough into 1″ balls. Take 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and combine in a bowl then roll the cookie dough balls in cinnamon & sugar. Bake 2″ apart on ungreased baking sheets in 350F oven for 15-18 minutes.
