Snickerdoodles 1 cup shortening/butter mix
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
2 3/4 cups flour (sifted)
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon    

1. Mix shortening/butter,  1 1/2 cups of the sugar, and eggs
2. In large bowl mix flour, salt, baking soda, and cream of tartar
3. Mix dry ingredients into shortening mixture
4. Mix remaining sugar and cinnamon in small bowl
5. Shape dough into 1 inch balls, roll in cinnamon mixture
6. Place about 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet
7. Bake at 400 F for 8 to 10 minutes
8. Cool on sheet for several minutes, than transfer to wire rack

 

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