Snickerdoodles

1 1/2 cups unbleached flour
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup applesauce
2/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon vinegar

In a medium bowl, mix together flour, cinnamon, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. In another bowl stir together applesauce, sugar, vanilla and vinegar. Pour flour mixture into applesauce mixture and stir to combine all together. Refrigerate dough for about 30 minutes.

In a small bowl stir together 3 Tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Form dough into 15 to 20 balls, roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture and place on cookie sheets lined with parchment paper. Bake at 375 f degrees 13 to 17 minutes.

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Optional frosting: In a food processor or blender, grind 1/3 cup dates with 1/3 cup raw nuts such as cashews or walnuts, and a dash of vanilla with just enough water (1/3 to 1/2 cup water) to blend until creamy.