Ingredients

1 tube (18 ounces) refrigerated sugar cookie dough1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips4-1/2 teaspoons shorteningColored sprinkles, chopped nuts or sweetened shredded coconut

Preparation

Slice and bake the sugar cookies according to package directions. Cool on wire racks.

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and shortening. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until melted; stir until smooth. Dip each cookie halfway in melted chocolate. Place on waxed paper; immediately sprinkle with colored sprinkles, nuts or coconut. Let stand until chocolate is completely set.