Ghost-Like Treats

Ingredients

• 1 cup shortening
• 2 1/2 cups sugar
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 teaspoons buttermilk
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Garnish: sanding sugar, small jellybeans
• Powdered Sugar Frosting:
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
• 1 to 2 T. milk

Preparation

1. In a large bowl, blend together shortening and sugar. Add remaining ingredients; beat until dough is sticky. Spoon onto wax paper; wrap and refrigerate for several hours to overnight. Roll out dough 1/2-inch thick on a floured surface. Cut out shapes with floured cookie cutters; transfer to greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes, until edges are golden. Cool before frosting. Frost with Powdered Sugar Frosting. Sprinkle with sugar. Add jellybeans for eyes and mouth.