Snickerdoodles (A recipe from Mom)
1 c. shortening (part butter or margarine
1 1/2 c. sugar 2 eggs 2 3/4 c. flour 2 t. cream of tartar |
1 t. baking soda
1/4 t. salt 2 T. sugar (for cinnamon and sugar mixture) 2 t. cinnamon (for cinnamon and sugar mixture) |
Heat oven to 400 degrees. Mix shortening , 1 1/2 c. sugar and eggs thoroughly. Blend in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. Mix well. Shape douch in 1 inch balls. Roll in cinnamon and sugar mixture. Put on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes.