EASY MUMMY SHORTBREAD COOKIES

Step 1

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the softened butter on high speed until it is light and fluffy— about 2 minutes.

Step 2

Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix on low speed just until combined— about 1 minute.

Step 3

With the mixer on low speed, alternate between adding the flour and milk in two batches. First, add half the flour then mix. Add half the milk and mix again. Add remaining flour and mix and finally the remaining half of milk. Allow the mixer to continue on low speed until the dough comes together in a ball around the paddle.

Step 4

Allow the mixer to continue on low speed until the dough comes together in a ball around the paddle.

Step 5

Shape the dough into a disk and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 6

While the dough rests, preheat your oven to 375F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 7

Once the dough has chilled, lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough 1/4” thick.

Step 8

Using a 2” cookie cutter, cut out 12 circles of dough and place them 1” apart on the baking sheet. Note: Make sure to flour the cookie cutter so the dough doesn’t stick.

Step 9

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just starting to turn golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool to room temperature on the baking sheet.

Step 10

Heat the candy melts according to the package instructions (typically you’ll heat them at 50% power, stirring every 30 seconds until melted).

Step 11

Place 1/4 of the melted chocolate into a plastic bag— we will use this chocolate to make the mummy lines later.

Step 12

Next, dip one side of the cookies into the candy melts and use an offset spatula to smooth any lines. While the chocolate is still soft, add two candy eyes. Repeat with the remaining cookies.

Step 13

Once all of the cookies have been dipped, cut just the very tip of the corner of the plastic bag off with scissors. Drizzle horizontal lines over the cookies to create the mummy effect.

Step 14

Allow the chocolate to fully set before enjoying. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.