These Easy Air Fryer Snickerdoodle Cookies are soft, chewy, and rolled in a classic cinnamon-sugar coating. Ready in minutes, they’re a quick and simple way to enjoy a homemade cookie without using the oven.
If you love warm, cinnamon-sugar cookies but don’t want to heat up your oven, these Easy Air Fryer Snickerdoodle Cookies are perfect.
Soft, chewy, and packed with classic snickerdoodle flavor, they come together quickly with simple ingredients and bake in minutes.
Whether you’re craving a cozy treat with coffee or need a last-minute dessert, these cookies deliver that homemade comfort with minimal effort.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Soft and Chewy: Perfectly tender texture in every bite.
- Classic Cinnamon-Sugar Flavor: Sweet and comforting, just like traditional snickerdoodles.
- Quick and Easy: Ready in minutes without using the oven.
- Minimal Ingredients: Simple pantry staples create a delicious treat.
- Air Fryer Convenience: Bakes evenly and quickly with no fuss.
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Ingredients Needed
- Butter: Use unsalted room temperature butter, which is easier to cream.
- Granulated Sugar: You can also use a sugar substitute, such as Splenda or another sugar alternative.
- Eggs: Use large, room-temperature eggs.
- Pure Vanilla Extract: For best results, use pure vanilla extract.
- All-Purpose Flour: If you want to make gluten-free Snickerdoodles, you can use gluten-free all-purpose flour.
- Cream of Tartar
- Baking Soda: Use fresh baking soda.
- Salt: Adds some flavor:
- Ground Cinnamon: The signature topping for Snickerdoodle Cookies!
How To Make Easy Air Fryer Snickerdoodle Cookies
Step 1: Begin by beating the butter and sugar together in a large bowl until creamy.
Step 2: Next, add the eggs, vanilla, flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt, and mix until combined. Roll each cookie in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
Step 3: Place the cookie dough onto a greased air fryer tray or basket as you shape them. Air fry at 340°F for 4 minutes, ensuring the basket or tray is properly seated in the air fryer.
Easy Air Fryer Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe Tips
- Use room-temperature butter: Make sure the dough mixes smoothly and creates a tender cookie.
- Don’t overmix: Mix until just combined to keep cookies soft and chewy.
- Roll cookies evenly: Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even cooking.
- Coat thoroughly in cinnamon sugar: Gives the classic snickerdoodle flavor and a beautiful finish.
- Leave space between cookies: Allows them to spread without sticking in the air fryer.
- Watch the cook time: Air fryer models vary; check a minute early to prevent overbaking.
- Cool slightly before serving: Cookies firm up a bit as they cool but stay soft inside.
Storing, Freezing and Reheating Instructions
- Storing: Keep cooled snickerdoodle cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. This preserves their soft, chewy texture.
- Freezing: Place baked cookies in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying, or warm slightly in the air fryer.
- Reheating: Reheat cookies in the air fryer at 300°F for 2–3 minutes or microwave for 10–15 seconds. This brings back their soft, freshly baked texture.
Easy Air Fryer Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe Faqs
Can I make these cookies gluten-free? Yes! Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend in place of regular flour.
How do I keep the cookies soft and chewy? Avoid overbaking; remove the cookies when edges are set but centers are still soft.
Can I freeze these cookies? Absolutely! Store baked cookies in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm slightly in the air fryer.
Can I bake these in the oven instead? Yes! Bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
How big should I make the cookies? Use 1–2 tablespoons of dough per cookie for even cooking and the perfect soft texture.
Can I add flavors or mix-ins? Yes! Add a pinch of nutmeg, pumpkin spice, or sugar-free chocolate chips for variety.
How do I prevent cookies from sticking in the air fryer? Use a greased basket or tray, or line it with parchment paper before placing the cookie dough.
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Easy Air Fryer Snickerdoodle Cookies
Description
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Cinnamon Mixture:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Start by creaming the 1 cup butter and 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl.
- Then add in the 2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 2 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/2 teaspoon baking soda and 1 teaspoon salt, mix well.
- In a small mixing bowl, mix 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- Mix well, Then dip the cookies into the sugar/ground cinnamon mixture, roll around so all sides are covered.
- As you make them, place them on a greased air fryer pan or in a greased air fryer basket. (or use parchment paper)
- Set the tray in the oven or place the basket back into the air fryer, set the air fryer temperature for 340 degrees F. for 4-6 minutes. (air fryer setting)
Equipment
- Cookie Parchment Paper
Nutrition
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Gisele
I made these and my son’s reaction was a big wow! I shared theses with my colleagues the next day and they loved it. It was fluffy! Better than the oven, My time all the together was 30 minutes and cleaning was a breeze
Vicki Ross
Do you preheat the air fryer for these cookies?
Laurie
No, Never preheat the oven for cookies, the dough will melt off.
SuzAnne
Thank you so much for the recipe. Now I don’t have to bake in the oven