Recipe: Cinnadoodles Cookies @Not Quite Nigella

Cinnadoodles Cookies

February 16, 2009 by Not Quite Nigella

I’m not a huge cookie eater. It’s not because I don’t like them, in fact I love them but my husband isn’t partial to them and he’s the main recipient of my baked goods. So it’s easier to avoid the inevitable weight gain (aren’t biscuits so moreish?) and not make them. The recipe for these came from a great blogging buddy Barbara from Barbara Bakes. She was the lovely woman who sent me a Pay it Forward package full of amazing goodies from America. Included in these were Hershey’s Cinnamon Chips, which are delicious white chocolate and cinnamon flavoured chocolate chips with just the right amount of cinnamon.

Cinnadoodles with distinctive crackled top

I was unfamiliar with the Snickerdoodle so I looked it up. It’s an American sugar cookie with a distinctive crackly crust and crispy texture coated with cinnamon and sugar. I had this on a list of things to make and when my husband asked me if I wanted to make anything for a bushfire fundraising event in his office I jumped at these. They were simple, easy to divide up and easy to transport. And the best part? Absolutely delicious, crispy and crunchy and delicious with a cup of tea. He gladly reported back that everyone in his office loved these and there were comments from “This is like sex in my mouth” to “Mmmhmnonomnom” (i.e. Cookie Monster ravenously eating cookies). The recipe was sought by many.

If you don’t have any cinnamon chips, and in Australia, I’m guessing you won’t unless you too have a candy fairy like Barbara that can send you goodies, I’d say you could melt some white chocolate and stir in a judicious amount of ground cinnamon, cool and set it and then break it up into small pieces. It’s a fiddly way of getting around it but if you’re a cookie lover that adores Cinnamon, you’ll find it worth it.

The bushfires are a very sad time for Australia with almost 200 dead and countless animals dead or injured with their habitat destroyed. Luckily this adorable koala was saved. And if you want to donate to the Bushfire appeal, you can do so on:

The Red Cross of Australia
RSPCA Victoria
Wildlife Victoria
The Salvation Army of Australia

And here are some brilliant koala photos NQN reader SydneyGal sent me.

Cinnadoodles

Makes 45-50 cookies

Originally adapted from Martha Stewart’s Cookies by Barbara Bakes

2 3/4 cups all purpose flour plus a few tablespoons more if needed
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup/250g (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
281g bag of cinnamon chocolate chips*
3 tablespoons sugar
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon

*If Hershey’s cinnamon chips are not available, substitute with same weight of white chocolate and 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, cool and then chop up. Thanks to NQN reader Kathy for testing the quantities and letting us know!

1. Preheat oven to 350F/180C. Sift together flour, baking powder and salt; set aside. Put butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Mix in eggs. Reduce speed to low; gradually mix in flour mixture. Add in cinnamon chips.

2. Stir together cinnamon and remaining 3 tablespoons sugar in a small bowl. Shape dough into round balls; roll in cinnamon sugar. Space 3 inches apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper or a Silpat.

3. Bake cookies, rotating sheets halfway through, until edges are golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Don’t overbake. Let cool on cookie sheet for a minute or two, then transfer to a cooling rack.

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47 Comments | Add your own

1. snooky doodle | February 16, 2009 at 7:13 am | #

How nice . I wish to try them and since in Malta there are no cinnamon chipc either I think i ll have to try your solution I love cinnamon wish i had a couple of these
2. SydneyGal | February 16, 2009 at 8:42 am | #

You can get Hershey’s Cinnamon Chips at those shops that stock American lollies, like Sugar Fix or whatever it’s called.

Cinnamon … hmmm yummo.
3. Barbara | February 16, 2009 at 8:45 am | #

It made me so happy to see your post! I’m so glad the cookies were a hit. I can’t imagine not loving cookies though! It’s a shame about the fires. I love the koala pictures!
4. Helen | February 16, 2009 at 9:11 am | #

yum these look very tasty. i love cinnamon! cinnamon chips sound yum. why can’t we get those here! americans also have butterscotch chips – so tasty!
5. Fuji Mama | February 16, 2009 at 9:27 am | #

Mmmmmm, I love snickerdoodles! I’m glad that you finally got to try them!
6. Vita | February 16, 2009 at 9:48 am | #

I am totally making these. I LOVE cinnamon! YUM!
7. Arwen from Hoglet K | February 16, 2009 at 10:21 am | #

Cinnamon is so yummy, these look great. Charity morning teas are such a fun way to raise money.
8. Soma | February 16, 2009 at 10:22 am | #

I love the crackled top. I am not too much of a cookie eater either, but I guess cinnamon changes that aspect. would be a lovely bite with a cuppa.

Just adore that Koala!
9. Iron Chef Shellie | February 16, 2009 at 10:25 am | #

mmmmm… gonna have to try these… *printing out recipe now*.

thanks for promoting the donation sites too =)
x
10. tara | February 16, 2009 at 10:50 am | #

i’ve had snickerdoodles many times, and made them too, but never with the white choc cinnamon chips! what a great idea. I also like to add a little nutmeg.
nomnom goodness.
11. Cakelaw | February 16, 2009 at 12:41 pm | #

These cookies look great – and are so cute all tied up with the ribbon.
12. Blond Duck | February 16, 2009 at 2:12 pm | #

Check my Monday blog! You won an award!
13. reddoorread | February 16, 2009 at 2:25 pm | #

i love cookies. those americans know how to make a good squidgy cookie. i’ll file this recipe, thanks!

those photos – they break your heart.
14. Quilks | February 16, 2009 at 3:25 pm | #

Yes it was like sex in my mouth and i wont take it back. A decided to take two of the cookies home to impress the girl, when i got back from trainging both were gone, i was certain she would have left me one.. maybe
15. FFichiban | February 16, 2009 at 3:41 pm | #

Awww those koalas are such little troopers! Your description of the snickerdoodles have got me drooling mmmm and don’t get me started on those photos!

Lol at cookie monster hee hee that would be my reaction too!
16. maris | February 16, 2009 at 3:55 pm | #

I wish I wasn’t a cookie eater. I’d be 10 lbs lighter.
17. maris | February 16, 2009 at 3:55 pm | #

I sent my comment too soon! I meant to add also how great these look…and that I can barely keep up with your blog! You really post so many great recipes and ideas.
18. Karen | February 16, 2009 at 3:59 pm | #

“Like sex in my mouth”…lol!

I’m not liking those close-up photos of the cookies Lorraine. You’re such a tease
19. belle | February 16, 2009 at 5:58 pm | #

Great minds think alike! I made cookies on the weekend that were supposed to use Hershey’s Kisses. Their chocolates are certainly popular in baking. And that burnt koala is recovering from scorched paws – poor dear!
20. Alexandra | February 16, 2009 at 6:01 pm | #

mmm..I remember snickerdoodles…haven’t had one of those in a long time…and the addition of cinnamon chips sounds lovely!

The poor animals from the bush fire!! The koala is adorable…poor thing…
21. Vanessa | February 16, 2009 at 6:29 pm | #

Can’t wait to make these. I guess they’re similar to snickerdoodles? Anywho, waiting to be notified by USA Foods here in Melbourne when the cinnamon chips become available.
22. Lil | February 16, 2009 at 8:15 pm | #

Lorraine, I adore your blog. I wish you would shoot more cross-section shots, though. Slices of cake/pie/tart, etc, when you bake. Giving us a luscious shot of innards… Mmmm!
23. Not Quite Nigella | February 16, 2009 at 10:52 pm | #

Hi snooky doodle-Definitely worth making these especially if you are a cinnamon fan. I’d love to know how they go with the white chocolate and cinnamon version

Hi SydneyGal-Ahh brilliant, great to know!! I’m so glad to know that once my supply is gone I can replace it!

Hi Barbara-They were a big hit indeed! Thankyou so much for the recipe and the Pay It Forward package!

Hi Helen-hopefully the Sugar Fixes will have them. Butterscotch chips sound divine too!

Hi Fuji Mama-I can’t believe it’s taken me so long!

Hi Vita-Very cool! They are deliciously cinnamon-ey

Hi Arwen-They’re a great idea aren’t they and I think almost everyone is willing to help

Hi Soma-I adore cookies or biscuits with a cup of tea. I can’t imagine having one with tea! Isn’t she or he cute?

Hi Iron Chef Shellie-Excellent! Let me know what you think of them and not a problem at all!

Hi tara-When I saw the recipe on Barbara’s site, I thought genius! And this was before even trying a snickerdoodle

Hi Cakelaw-I have a compulsion to tie ribbons around biscuits

Hi Blond Duck-Oooh cool, will do!

Hi reddoorred-Americans do great cookies indeed! Cool, if the urge to bake cookies strikes, they’re great to have on file hehe thanks!

Hi Quilks-Haha no need to take it back at all! Ah well, maybe I can bake some more

Hi Ffichiban-Yes I want a koala so badly now Hehe thanks! Cookie Monster and koalas, they’d make me very happy indeed

Hi maris-Hehe aww thankyou so much. Life wouldn’t be as fun without the sweet stuff would it?

Hi Karen-Awww sorry about that!

Hi belle-Great minds indeed! And yours has Peanut butter too, yummy! Yes what a cute little thing…

Hi Alexandra-The cinnamon chips are so good, in fact I’m eating some on their own now.Ooops!

Hi Vanessa-I think they’re the cinnamon version of snickerdoodles Oooh please let me know when they become available at USA Foods if you can. I’m huddled over my supply as it is

Hi Lil-Haha ok I’ll try and do some cross section shots. I’m yet to master the perfect “bite” look though so I’ve avoided doing those shots
24. Pigpigscorner | February 16, 2009 at 11:51 pm | #

I have to think twice about what I bake too cause my fiance is normally the one who eats them. The cookies look really good!
25. Patricia Scarpin | February 17, 2009 at 1:58 am | #

These are wonderful, Lorraine – I love snickerdoodles. Actually, I love anything cinnamon. And since we cannot find cinnamon chips here in Brazil, your idea of making them out of white chocolate is brilliant!
26. grace | February 17, 2009 at 3:09 am | #

good heavens, i had no idea koalas were so adorable!
meanwhile, your cookies are tremendous, but that goes without saying, am i right?
27. allie | February 17, 2009 at 4:22 am | #

oh those koala pics make me want to cry!

those cookies look ace though, glad they helped!
28. lisa (dandysugar) | February 17, 2009 at 7:04 am | #

Oooh, these look great. I love cinnamon, but cinnamon chocolate chips?? Where must I find those here?? Cute little cookie stacks!
29. Titti-Sweden | February 17, 2009 at 8:25 am | #

Hope the little koala is feeling better!
30. Johanna | February 17, 2009 at 10:04 am | #

That little koala is v cute – and those biscuits look very tempting – have never even heard of cinnamon chips before but they sound like a great addition to any bikkie!
31. The Duo Dishes | February 17, 2009 at 11:33 am | #

The poor koala. How cute is he! The cookies look great too.
32. Jude | February 17, 2009 at 4:28 pm | #

What a nice thing to make for a fundraiser. Good stuff.
33. Kathy | February 17, 2009 at 4:43 pm | #

Lorraine these cookies look yummmmy! I love snickerdoodles so I’ll definitely have to try making these
34. Kathy | February 17, 2009 at 4:46 pm | #

oh yikes, 2 sticks of butter! How many cookies does this recipe make?
35. Lil | February 17, 2009 at 9:20 pm | #

I don’t think it possible to take a bad shot of your wonderful creations! Photos or no photos, your site is perfection as is.
36. Kathy | February 18, 2009 at 10:56 am | #

I’m bummed I couldn’t find the Hershey’s cinnamon chips at my local Safeway Instead I bought a bag of Ghirardelli white choc chips and so I’ll have to figure out how to make my own
37. Not Quite Nigella | February 18, 2009 at 12:08 pm | #

Hi Pigpigscorner-Yes I have to make stuff that hubby will eat or I’ll eat it all Thankyou!

Hi Patricia-Aww no, another Hersheys Cinnamon chip-less country They’re quite brilliantly tasty but I think making your own would be rather good too!

Hi grace-Haha if only I had done these in time for your cinnamon event! *sigh* Koalas are the cutest ever. We eat kangaroo meat but never koala

Hi allie-I know, they’ve got such sweet faces don’t they! Thanks, I’m obsessed with stacking cookies

Hi Titti-I think so! Although many were hurt during the fires so that is very sad

Hi Johanna-yes neither had I so I was very curious about them. They’re so moreish though!

Hi The Duo Dishes-Yes poor little thing but at least he got some water (and a nice bath )

Hi Jude-Thanks! They ticked all the boxes for me

Hi Kathy-I really have to try regular snickerdoodles now don’t I? It makes about 45-50 so you could definitely halve it.

Hi Lil-Aww thankyou so much! That is such a lovely compliment!

Hi Kathy-Aww no, no cinnamon chips? Arrgh how frustrating. Although I’ve taken to snacking on them they’re so good…
38. Kathy | February 18, 2009 at 12:55 pm | #

Okay it’s me again. The DIY cinnamon chips worked! (Or at least I think it did since I haven’t tasted the real ones before). I melted the white choc, mixed in 2 tsp of cinnamon, 1/2 tsp at a time before cooling and setting it, then chopping it up. These are by far the fiddliest cookies I have made – but they are SOO good! They are a little crunchy on the outside with a really soft and chewy center. And the cinnamon is perfect – my husband is going to love these, thanks NQN!!
39. Not Quite Nigella | February 18, 2009 at 9:00 pm | #

Hi Kathy-Thankyou SO much for testing that out! I’ve edited the recipe to show that it works with the white chocolate and cinnamon. You’re more than welcome!
40. Angela | March 16, 2009 at 7:26 am | #

Dave would love these (and so would I for that matter)! They look delicious!

You can get hold of cinnamon chips in the UK but only online, so you have to buy loads to make the shipping worthwhile. I’ll probably lug loads back with me when we head Stateside next year.
41. Not Quite Nigella | March 16, 2009 at 9:13 pm | #

Hi Angela-Hehe so I guess the solution is to buy heaps? They’re freakishly addictive so that would be my plan (not necessarily one I’d recommend ).
42. Michelle | March 17, 2009 at 5:55 pm | #

My snickerdoodle recipe is quite similar but with a twist.

Remove the hersheys and add a teaspoon or two of zest – either lemon or orange. Everyone raves about how great they are – so soft and moist like a cake on the inside! The zest adds such a nice tang to the cookies.

Oh, it also has a pinch of nutmeg added in with the flour. Cinnamon, nutmeg and citrus zest – YUM!

Michelle
43. Not Quite Nigella | March 17, 2009 at 7:52 pm | #

Hi Michelle-Sounds fabulous! I agree citrus and cinnamon are a killer combo. I made a Crema Catalana and I adored the combination in that or orange, lemon and cinnamon. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
44. Sam | July 1, 2009 at 8:20 pm | #

Hi Lorraine. I love the look of this recipe. I’m totally addicted to trying out new recipes and this is next on my list. My mum will kill me for the mess, but then she’ll forgive me when I use this great recipe. I love cinnamon. I sometimes get the bottle and sprinkle a little bit in my mouth. Scary, I know, but it tastes sooooo good.
45. Not Quite Nigella | July 1, 2009 at 8:34 pm | #

Hi Sam-That’s wonderful! I bet once she tastes it all will be forgiven Wow, well you’re definitely a cinnamon lover so you’ll definitely like these
46. Beau | November 4, 2009 at 12:30 pm | #

Great post,,,fantastic pictures! thank you.

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