Dessert

2 Perfect Snickerdoodle Cookies in the Air Fryer Recipe

Bynova cole February 1, 2026February 1, 2026

Introduction

Enjoy the timeless delight of snickerdoodle cookies made quickly and easily in your air fryer. This recipe delivers soft, cinnamon-coated treats perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without heating up the oven.

Two round snickerdoodle cookies are stacked on top of each other, placed on a silver cooling rack lined with white parchment paper. The cookies have a golden-yellow center with a light brown, slightly cracked crust covered in cinnamon sugar, which creates a grainy texture on top. The top cookie is slightly larger and has a more uneven surface, while the bottom cookie is flatter with visible cracks. Nearby to the left, there are cinnamon sticks resting on a white marbled surface. In the blurred background, there is a glass jar with a cinnamon stick and a wooden bowl on the same white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons sugar + 2 teaspoons sugar
1 large egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch of salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Step 1: Place the butter in a medium-sized mixing bowl and microwave until melted.
Step 2: Add 3 tablespoons of sugar, the egg yolk, and vanilla extract to the melted butter. Stir well with a fork until fully combined.
Step 3: Stir in the flour, cornstarch, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt until the dough is smooth and well mixed.
Step 4: Form the cookie dough into 2 equal-sized balls.
Step 5: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Step 6: On a plate, combine the remaining 2 teaspoons of sugar with the ground cinnamon. Roll each cookie dough ball in this cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.
Step 7: Lightly flatten the coated cookie dough balls and place them on a sheet of air fryer parchment paper, leaving a couple of inches between them. Place the parchment paper with cookies into the preheated air fryer basket.
Step 8: Air fry for 5 minutes. Then, remove the basket but leave the cookies inside to cool completely for at least 20 minutes so they firm up before handling.

Tips & Variations

For a softer cookie, avoid flattening the dough too much before cooking.
You can add a pinch of nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice to the cinnamon sugar for a flavor twist.
Make sure to use air fryer parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.

Storage

Store the cooled snickerdoodle cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To enjoy them warm, reheat briefly in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes or in a microwave for 10-15 seconds.