Patchwork Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter; gradually add sugar until blended.
2. 2
   Beat in egg and vanilla.
3. 3
   Blend in flour.
4. 4
   Spread evenly in well-buttered 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1-inch jelly roll pan.
5. 5
   Bake in preheated 350° oven for 15 to 18 minutes until lightly browned.
6. 6
   Remove from oven; quickly spread chocolate pieces over baked cookie base.
7. 7
   Return to oven 2 to 3 minutes to soften chocolate.
8. 8
   Remove from oven; immediately spread chocolate evenly over base.
9. 9
   Make off in squares and top with the following:
10. 10
    rainbow sprinkles, chopped nuts, coconut, crushed peppermint candy, etc.
11. 11
    Chill just until frosting is set.
12. 12
    Cut into squares.
13. 13
    Arranged patchwork style on serving tray.