Peanut Chocolate Whirls

From a Taste Of Home Magazine. Great taste and super Kid friendly.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Yields: 3 Dozen

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup shortening
• 1⁄2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1  cup sugar
• 1  egg
• 2  tablespoons milk
• 1  teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1⁄4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1  cup  semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, cream shortening, peanut butter and sugar.
2. Add egg, milk and vanilla.
3. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture.
4. Turn onto lightly floured surface; roll into a 16 inch by 12 inch rectangle.
5. Melt chocolate chips; cool slightly.
6. Spread over dough to within 1/2 inch of edges.
7. Tightly roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side.
8. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate for up to 30 minutes.
9. Unwrap and cut into 1/4 inch slices.
10. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets.
11. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned.
12. Remove to wire racks to cool.