Chocolate Snickerdoodles

In this chocolate snickerdoodle cookie cocoa powder is added to boost the flavor of a classic cookie that is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 6 mins
• Total Time: 26 mins
• Calories: 90 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 ½ cups white sugar
• 1 cup shortening
• ¼ cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• ¾ cup cocoa powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Mix together 1 1/2 cups white sugar, shortening, and eggs with an electric mixer in a bowl until creamy.

Step 3

Sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa power, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Fold this mixture into the egg mixture until well blended.

Step 4

Mix together 1/4 cup white sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl or on a plate.

Step 5

Roll cookie dough into 1-inch balls; cover each in sugar and cinnamon mixture. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven until soft and golden on top, 6 to 8 minutes, making sure they do not burn. Let cool before transferring to a wire rack. The tops will crack as they cool.