Snickerdoodle Cookie Gift Jar

Snickerdoodle Cookie Gift Jar

These snickerdoodles are rolled in a cinnamon sugar mixture before baking. An easy mix to make and give. Or, pack into plastic bags and put into a large mug or pretty bowl.

Ingredients:

• 2 3/4 cups all purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 2 tsp. cream of tartar
• 1 1/2 cups sugar

Preparation:

In a large bowl, combine the ingredients with a whisk. Store the cookie mix in an airtight container or jar. Attach this recipe to the jar: Snickerdoodles

1 cup butter or margarine, softened 2 eggs 1 package Snickerdoodle Mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large mixing bowl with electric mixer, cream butter until light; add the eggs and beat on low speed until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Add the Snickerdoodle Mix and continue to beat on low speed until the dough begins to form. Combine the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls; roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Arrange on ungreased baking sheets 2 inches apart and bake for 16 to 19 minutes, or until light tan. Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool.
Makes about 5 dozen snickerdoodle cookies.