Sugar-Free Classic Snickerdoodles

Indulge in the timeless charm of snickerdoodles—without the sugar! These Sugar-Free Classic Snickerdoodles bring all the warm, cinnamon-sugar nostalgia you love, but with a guilt-free twist. Made with granular erythritol in place of traditional sugar, these cookies are perfect for those looking to enjoy a low-sugar treat that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Soft, chewy, and topped with a perfectly spiced cinnamon coating, these cookies come together in just 30 minutes using simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, cream of tartar, and all-purpose flour. Whether you’re managing your sugar intake or simply exploring healthier baking options, this recipe is a delicious way to satisfy your cookie cravings. Serve them with a glass of milk, a hot cup of tea, or as a festive addition to your dessert table!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granular erythritol
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon granular erythritol (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granular erythritol until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon and additional tablespoon of granular erythritol.

Step 7

Scoop the dough into 1-inch balls and roll each ball in the cinnamon-erythritol mixture.

Step 8

Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Gently flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your fingers.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(736.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2043.2

Total Fat 106.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 444mg	0%
Sodium 2561.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 489.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 1.4g
Protein 38.0g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 167.0mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 1441.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.1%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 63.9%