SNICERDOODLES
This is one of the best cookies my Mom, who died last June at 99 ½ years old, made for us when all of us kids were little. She always had a treat ready for us after school. Keep in mind, this was the 70’s so cookies were an acceptable after school snack. Times have changed.
This is one of my array of cookies that I make about every month as I bake for a Bible Study on Wednesday and a worship service on Saturday nights at a mission, every week. The Snickerdoodles are one of the favorites of both groups. It is a cookie that is very easy to make as well and the results are so good every time.
I love cookies as they are simple, easy, tasty treats to bake and share that do not require plates or utensils to eat it with. Homemade cookies are something of a lost art as well, as so many people buy cookies. They are not near as good as these homemade cookies. Although, I must confess, I still do love a Chips Ahoy chocolate chip cookie. I don’t really know why, probably a leftover from my college days. Ah, youth.
Snickerdoodles are an old fashioned cookie but one that has stood the test of time. They are very good cookies and so easy to make too. Make some tonight and see for yourself!
INGREDIENTS
½ Cup Shortening
½ Cup Butter, softened
1 ½ Cups Sugar
2 ¾ Cups Flour
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
½ teaspoon Salt
2 Eggs
Cinnamon Sugar (for rolling cookies in before baking)
DIRECTIONS
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Cream shortening, butter and sugar together until well combined. Add Eggs and beat until well combined.
Stir flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt together. Add this to the wet ingredients and mix well.
Roll into balls and roll in cinnamon sugar. Place 2 inches apart on parchment covered cookie sheets. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until done. Cool on racks.
