Whirligig Cookies

Step 1

Cream together shortening, white sugar, brown sugar, and peanut butter thoroughly.

Step 2

Add egg and beat until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to egg mixture and blend well.

Step 4

Roll dough into an oblong shape 1/4-inch thick.

Step 5

Melt chocolate bits over hot, not boiling water. (In a double boiler.) Cool slightly and spread over rolled out dough with a spatula.

Step 6

Roll up like a jelly roll and chill. Slice 1/4-inch thick.

Step 7

Place on ungreased baking sheet and bake 12 minutes at 375°F.

Step 8

Note: Check the cookies at 10 minutes; I found they baked faster than the recipe card says.