millionaire snickerdoodle

60 MIN PREP TIME

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12 MIN BAKE TIME

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1 HOUR 12 MIN TOTAL

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60 MIN PREP TIME 〰️ 12 MIN BAKE TIME 〰️ 1 HOUR 12 MIN TOTAL 〰️

When a combination of two baking classics tastes like it should be classic all on its own, these Millionaire Snickerdoodles are one of the best cookies ever. A classic Snickerdoodle cookie is stuffed with a soft caramel, then once baked its given coating of milk chocolate and shortbread crumble.

Why you will love this recipe:

• Layers of Flavour | These cookies combine the classic cinnamon-sugar flavour of Snickerdoodle with a the layer of rich caramel and a chocolate topping you get from a Millionaire Shortbread.

• Chewy and Crunchy Texture | Snickerdoodle millionaire cookies have it all—soft, chewy cookie layers with a gooey caramel centre, and a firm, chocolatey top layer. This satisfying mix of textures keeps every bite interesting.

• Elevated Twist on a Classic | Snickerdoodles are already a crowd-pleaser, but adding a millionaire shortbread twist with caramel and chocolate gives them an upgrade that’s both nostalgic and exciting.

Ingredients to make Millionaire Snickerdoodles

This delicious recipe uses lots of ingredients that you are likely to already have in your cupboards at home, but there may be a couple of specific extras you need. 

• Plain Flour: Provides structure to the cookie, giving it a chewy yet soft texture.

• Bicarbonate of Soda & Baking Powder: Help the cookies rise and add a light, airy texture, preventing them from being too dense.

• Cream of Tartar: Essential for the signature tangy flavour in Snickerdoodles, this also works with baking soda to create a soft, slightly chewy texture.

• Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances all the other flavors.

• Unsalted Butter: Adds richness and moisture, creating a soft and tender cookie base.

• Caster Sugar: Sweetens the dough and helps create the classic crisp edge around the cookie

• Brown Sugar: Adds depth with a hint of molasses flavor and keeps the cookies moist and chewy.

• Egg: Provides structure and helps bind the ingredients, creating a chewy texture.

• Vanilla Extract: Adds warmth and enhances the overall flavour of the cookie.

• Cinnamon (for rolling): The cinnamon-sugar coating is classic for Snickerdoodles, providing warmth and a little texture on the outside.

• Soft Caramels:  Use soft caramels vs hard caramels to ensure you get the soft and gooey centre you want from these cookies. I have used Werthers Original Soft Caramels for this recipe.

• Milk Chocolate Chips: Use the best quality you can find for a luscious chocolate layer on top of the cookies.

• Shortbread (crumbs): For the final piece of "Millionaire" shortbread crumbs will give these cookies the finishing touch.

How to make Millionaire Snickerdoodles

1. Prepare the cookie dough | Scoop 1-2 tbsp of dough and roll into balls then use your thumb to press down into the centre of the cookie balls and create a well.

2. Stuff the cookies with Caramel | Place a soft caramel into the centre of the well and wrap the cookie dough around it shaping it back into a ball then chill the dough for 10 minutes

3. Roll in Cinnamon Sugar | Once slightly chilled, coat the cookie dough balls in cinnamon sugar then place back onto the baking tray and bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until golden and puffed.

4. Add the Chocolate Layer | Once cooled spoon a layer of melted milk chocolate onto the tops of the cookies

5. Finish with a sprinkle of shortbread crumbs and leave the chocolate to set before serving.

Expert baking tips!

• Make sure you use soft caramels: Soft caramels will remain soft and gooey once baked and cooled. If you use a hard caramel it will harden again once cooled so you won’t get that delicious pull.

• Cooling: Scoot the cookies with a cookie cutter straight from the oven to bring any cookies that may be misshapen back into a circle.

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Millionaire Snickerdoodles

Servings: 12

Author: My Kitchen Drawer

Prep time: 1 HourCook time: 12 MinTotal time: 1 H & 12 M

When a combination of two baking classics tastes like it should be classic all on its own, these Millionaire Snickerdoodles are one of the best cookies ever. A classic Snickerdoodle cookie is stuffed with a soft caramel, then once baked its given coating of milk chocolate and shortbread crumble.

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Ingredients

• 190 g plain flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 115 g unsalted butter softened
• 100 g caster sugar
• 70 g brown sugar
• 1 egg large
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 12 soft caramels
• 2 tbsp caster sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 100 g milk chocolate chips melted
• 2 shortbread cookies crumbled

Instructions

1. Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt together until combined then set aside.
2. In a large bowl using a hand mixer fitted beat the butter on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, then add the caster sugar and brown sugar and continue beating until fluffy and light.
3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract then slowly mix the dry ingredients until combined and you have a thick dough.
4. Preheat oven to 177°C / 350°F and line two large baking sheets with baking paper then prepare the cinnamon sugar by combining 1 tbsp of sugar with 1 tsp cinnamon.
5. Scoop the cookie dough onto a baking tray then make a thumbprint into the cookie and press a caramel inside then roll the dough between your hands to wrap the dough around the caramel and make a smooth ball.
6. Roll into the cinnamon-sugar and place the cookies back on a baking sheet. Repeat with remaining cookies and bake for 10-12 minutes until very lightly browned and crisp looking on the edges.
7. Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to cooling rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, add a tsp of melted milk chocolate to the top of the cookies then sprinkle some shortbread crumbs on top.
9. Leave the chocolate to set a little before serving.

Notes

To store: Store at room temperature for up to 3 days

Nutrition Facts

Calories

642

Fat

43 g

Carbs

63 g

Sugar

54 g

Protein

4 g

Disclaimer: The information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or diagnosis. The nutritional information may vary based on the ingredients used, their freshness, and how they are prepared.

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