Snicker Doodles

I had another close friend, Kelly, turn 30 this week and to celebrate she planned an awesome mid-week, urban hike in the downtown Portland area.  Along with the other necessities -- water, sunscreen, etc – I decided to bring along a batch of Snicker Doodles to sustain us on our long journey.  It was my first time making the recipe solo, but the cookies certainly did not disappoint! 

Snicker Doodles

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup Crisco
2 eggs
2 3/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

Technique:

1. Combine flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt in medium bowl and set aside. 
2. Mix together butter, Crisco and sugar. 
3. Add eggs, one at a time beating after each addition. 
4. With mixer on low speed, gradually add flour mixture until fully incorporated. 
5. Cover dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. 
6. Preheat oven to 375. 
7. Mix 2 tablespoons of sugar with 2 teaspoons of cinnamon. 
8. Form dough into balls (each approximately the size of a walnut) and roll in cinnamon and sugar mixture.  
9. Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 8 – 10 minutes. 

Brittany’s Tips

• For even baking, consider investing in a Silpat, or other non-stick silicone baking mat. 
• The cookies will start to crack a little on the top as they cool, so don’t be alarmed – that’s a good sign. 

Happy Baking!