Creating snickerdoodle cookie dough is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, cinnamon, and salt until well mixed.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and 1 ½ cups sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract, blending until fully combined.
4. Incorporate Dry Mixture: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Chill the Dough (Optional): Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour for easier handling.
6. Prepare Rolling Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together ½ cup sugar and 2 tablespoons cinnamon.
7. Form Dough Balls: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls.
8. Roll in Cinnamon-Sugar: Roll each dough ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until coated.
9. Place on Baking Sheet: Arrange the rolled dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper about 2 inches apart.
10. Enjoy Raw or Bake: You can either enjoy your snickerdoodle cookie dough raw or bake them at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown.

These easy-to-follow.steps will help you create a delightful batch of snickerdoodle cookie dough that everyone will adore.