Cookie Angels

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   In a small mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar; beat in egg.
3. 3
   Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir into creamed mixture.
4. 4
   Set aside 1/2 cup of dough; divide remaining dough intothree portions.
5. 5
   On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion into a 6 inches circle; cut each into six wedges.
6. 6
   Transfer to ungreased baking sheets.
7. 7
   For angel heads, roll teaspoonfuls of reserved dough into 18 balls; lightly press onto pointed end of each wedge.
8. 8
   Press a pretzel into each side for wings.
9. 9
   Bake at 350F for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned.
10. 10
    Remove to wire rack to cool completely.
11. 11
    FOr hair, in a small mixing bowl beat 1/4 cup vanilla frosting and confectioner's sugar until smooth; tint with food coloring.
12. 12
    Press dough through a garlic press.
13. 13
    Trim strands to desired length; place on heads.
14. 14
    For halos, attach yellow Life Savers.
15. 15
    Frost gowns with remaining frosting;sprinkle with crushed Life Savers Use decorating gels to add faces.