There are so many wonderful things about Christmas, the gathering of family and friends, the music, and the Christmas spirits (and by spirits I mean cocktails). Usually these things only come together at holiday parties, but now you can enjoy them all throughout the Christmas season. This weekend, my friends came over for a night of Christmas songs, drinks like Guy Fieri's Gingerbling, a pile of candy, and bowls of cookie dough. This recipe is easy and fun and perfect for a night with friends or for parents to do with children! Just try and resist eating all the cookie dough and candy before baking!

INGREDIENTS

1 cup Crisco (I know some people hate Crisco, but I love it)
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups All Purpose Flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt