Molded Sugar Cookies

American Christmas Recipes

1 1/2 c. sugar 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar pinch salt 1/2 c. shortening 1 c. sugar 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla sugar & cinnamon for sprinkling

Editor's Note: This cookie is a little harder than a regular sugar cookie. I like to give a gift of a combination of these cookies and Ginger Cookies. I alternate them in the package. Preheat oven to 350°F. Sift together flour, baking powder, cream of tartar and salt. In a stand mixer, cream shortening. Add sugar gradually, beating until fluffy. Add egg. Beat well. Then gradually add the flour mixture and the vanilla. Roll into small balls. Place about 1 inch apart on a greased cookie sheet. Flatten with the bottom of a glass (I use the palm of my hand). Sprinkle with sugar & cinnamon. Bake at 350°F for about 10 minutes. Enjoy! -Diana

Submitted by Diana Bogue
Contributed on: Wednesday December 5th, 2007 and modified on Saturday December 29th, 2007