Snickerdoodles
from the kitchen of
Barb Hofmeister
2 3/4 cups sifted flour
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 eggs, unbeaten
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
Sift together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. Cream shortening
with 1-1/2 cup sugar and eggs until very light and
fluffy. At low speed blend in flour mixture until batter is dough-like.
Chill until easy to handle. Heat over to 400 degrees. Form dough into walnut
sized balls; roll in sugar and cinnamon mixture. Place 2" apart on ungreased
cookie sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes or until browned.
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