Rhubarb Snickerdoodles

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These rhubarb snickerdoodles pair the buttery cinnamon flavor of snickerdoodles with the fruity tartness of rhubarb. These cookies have a lovely flavor and a nice chewy texture. For the best freshness, I recommend storing extras in the freezer.

snickerdoodles with rhubarb chunks on wooden cutting board
2
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Rest Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
18
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 18 servings

Rhubarb

  • 1 cup diced rhubarb

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch

Cookie Dough

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 3/4 cup white sugar

  • 1 large egg, at room temperature

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Cinnamon Sugar

  • 3 tablespoons white sugar

  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Directions

  1. Combine rhubarb and 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar in a large bowl; toss to combine. Allow to sit for at least 30 minutes or until rhubarb begins to release its juices.

  2. Drain accumulated juice from rhubarb; discard juice. Add cornstarch to rhubarb and toss until thoroughly coated. Set aside.

  3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.

  4. Beat butter and 3/4 cup sugar together in a large bowl until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add in egg and vanilla and beat for another 3 minutes. Add in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg and mix until just combined. Fold in rhubarb.

  5. In a small bowl, mix together 3 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon.

  6. Scoop out 1 1/2 tablespoons dough, roll into a ball, and roll ball in cinnamon sugar until thoroughly coated. Place dough balls 1 1/2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Repeat with remaining dough.

  7. Bake in the preheated oven, one baking sheet at a time, until cookies are set and just beginning to turn golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool cookies on the pan for 5 minutes; remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

133 Calories
6g Fat
20g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 18
Calories 133
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 7%
Saturated Fat 3g 16%
Cholesterol 24mg 8%
Sodium 99mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 2g 3%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 59mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.