Snickerdoodle Cookies

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the butter, 1 1/2 cups sugar, and 1/2 cup brown sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend this into the creamed mixture.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, mix the remaining sugar and cinnamon.

6. 6

   Shape the dough into 1-inch balls, and roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

7. 7

   Place the balls 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.

8. 8

   Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.