Snickerdoodles

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt and sift again.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy, about 3 minutes.
4. 4
   Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. 5
   Add the flour mixture in 4 parts and beat thoroughly, after adding each part.
6. 6
   Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
7. 7
   Preheat oven to 400°.
8. 8
   Roll dough into balls about the size of a walnut, then roll each in the sugar-cinnamon mixture.
9. 9
   Place about 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Bake for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until just lightly browned, but still soft.
11. 11
    Makes about 3 dozen.