Best Crumbl Snickerdoodle Cupcake (Printer-Friendly)
Thick snickerdoodle cupcakes topped with creamy frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookie Base
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup light brown sugar, packed
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon fine salt
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for coating)
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for coating)
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
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4 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
# Steps to Follow:
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Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
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Add egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, beating until smooth and creamy.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, cream of tartar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; gradually add into the wet mixture until just combined and no dry flour remains.
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Scoop cookie dough into 2 tablespoon-sized balls using a cookie scoop, then roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
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Place dough balls on a non-stick baking sheet or parchment paper, gently flatten each to approximately 1 inch thick, and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-14 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
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While cookies cool, beat together cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy; refrigerate briefly if necessary to firm up.
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Spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting generously onto each cooled cookie, then lightly dust the tops with remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For best results, chill the dough briefly before baking to improve texture.
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Store frosted cookies refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
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To freeze, keep cookies and frosting separately and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before assembling.