Snickerdoodles

A favorite in German homes!

Ingredients

• 1 cup shortening
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Instructions

1. Cream shortening, sugar and eggs.
2. Sift dry ingredients into first mixture.
3. Roll dough into walnut-size balls.
4. Mix cinnamon and sugar together. Roll balls in cinnamon-sugar.
5. Place 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
6. Bake at 350 degrees F for 8 to 10 minutes.