Dancing Mummies Recipe

Name: Dancing Mummies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup shortening; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup molasses; 1 egg; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, ginger and cloves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting; Candy buttons and black decorating gel

Servings: persons

2/3 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1 egg
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, ginger and cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 can (16 ounces) vanilla frosting
Candy buttons and black decorating gel

1
In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Beat in molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Divide dough in half. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
2
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion of dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-in. dancing gingerbread boy-shaped cookie cutter. Place 2 in. apart on greased
3
. Bake 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm. Cool on wire racks.
4
For mummy bandages, pipe frosting using basket weave pastry tip #47. Add candy buttons and decorating gel for eyes.

751

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup shortening, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup molasses, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Dancing Mummies falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Dancing Mummies

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