Snickerdoodles (Cinnamon Sugar Cookies)

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
• 2 tbsp sugar (for rolling)
• 1 tsp cinnamon (for rolling)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   Mix butter, 1 cup sugar, and egg thoroughly.

3. 3

   Blend in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.

4. 4

   Shape dough into balls.

5. 5

   Mix 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Roll balls in mixture.

6. 6

   Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 8 to 10 minutes (375°F / 190°C), or until set but not too hard.