Shana's Snickerdoodles

1 c. Shortening                                              
2 Eggs                                                       
1 ½ c. Sugar                     
2 ¾ c. Flour                                                       
2 tsp. Cream of Tartar                                     
1 tsp.  Baking Soda
½ tsp.  Salt
4 tsp.  Sugar
2 tsp.  Cinnamon




1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Cream shortening, sugar and eggs. 
3. Sift and stir flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt.  Mix together and chill.
4. Roll into small balls, then roll in sugar and cinnamon mixture.  Place on a baking tray 2” apart and bake 8-10 minutes. Do not press down.
5. They will be puffy and then crinkle. Cool on rack.