Sunday, May 02, 2010

Snickerdoodles

I came across this recipe today in my stack of stuff. These are so easy to make and classic in every way.
Snickerdoodles

1 c. butter
1 1/2 c. white sugar
2 eggs
1 t. vanilla
2 3/4 c. flour
1 t. baking soda
2 t. cream of tartar
1/4 t. salt
2 T. sugar
2 t. cinnamon

1. Cream butter, 1 1/2 cups sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. Whip until light and fluffy.

2. Gradually stir in flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt.

3. Mix 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon. Form cookie dough into walnut-size balls and roll in sugar/cinnamon mixture.

4. Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 375 degrees for about 10 minutes.