Preheat your oven to 375°F.

Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt; stir until mixed.

In another bowl, cream together the salted butter, vegetable shortening, and 1 1/2 cups of sugar until light and fluffy.

Gradually add the eggs, mixing until fully incorporated.

Slowly add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Scoop the dough into 1-inch balls and roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are about 2 inches apart.

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.

Once cookies are cooled, decorate with chocolate candies for eyes and a red candy for the nose.

Optionally, insert pretzel pieces for antlers.