Soft Cinnamon Cookies by Ceri Bladen

Mom’s Favorite Picnic Recipes

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July is the perfect month for picnics in the sun. Here is a selection of recipes from around the world, some are quick and easy, some need time to prepare, but all of them are delicious. Why not try something a little different for your next summer picnic?

Soft, Cinnamon Cookies

By Ceri Bladen

Who does not like a cookie with a cup of tea?

Ingredients

• 160g sugar* • 60g softened butter • ¼ tsp vanilla • 1 large egg • 240g plain flour • ¾ tsp cream of tartar • ½ tsp bicarb of soda • ½ tsp salt • ¼ tsp cinnamon • For the coating: 1 ½ tbsp sugar and 1tlsp cinnamon

Method

• Cream the softened butter with the sugar and vanilla • Add egg • Mix well • Sift remaining dry ingredients (in two or three batches • Make into a ball of dough • Place into fridge to chill (at least 45 mins) • While chilling, turn oven on: 170c/GM 3 • Mix coating (sugar and cinnamon) on a plate • Roll dough into walnut-sized pieces • Roll in coating • Place apart on baking tray (they spread) • Cook for 10-13 mins (they will still look pale) • Allow to cool on tray before placing on cooling rack • Enjoy **These, while delicious, are high in sugar and should only be consumed as a treat.