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Chocolate Snickerdoodles

Think of these as a classic snickerdoodle, but with a rich chocolate flavor. They have the same tangy flavor from the cream of tartar and the characteristic cinnamon-sugar coating, but the dough is made with cocoa powder for a deep, chocolatey taste.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Chill Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 33 minutes

Ingredients

For the Cinnamon Sugar

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

For the Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks, softened
  • 2 cups dark brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  • Mix in eggs and vanilla until just combined.
  • Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, cream of tartar, and baking soda in separate bowl.
  • Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mix until just combined.
  • Scoop 3-tablespoon portions onto parchment-lined sheet.
  • Freeze dough balls 3-4 hours.
  • Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in small bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Roll frozen dough balls in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  • Place on parchment-lined sheets 2-3 inches apart.
  • Bake one tray at a time for 12-13 minutes until crackled but centers look slightly underdone.
  • Cool on baking sheet.

Notes

For best results, chill dough overnight. Makes approximately 20 cookies.
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