Cookie Mix in a Jar
Cookie Mix in a Jar makes a wonderfully simple holiday gift that brings instant cheer to neighbors, teachers, and anyone who loves cookies. Layer the dry ingredients, add a cute tag, and you’ve got a handmade present that's thoughtful and doesn't eat up your whole day. And it’s exactly the kind of kitchen fun kids get excited for!
Servings: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 1¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup red & green holiday M&Ms
- ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
To assemble
- ½ cup (1 stick) softened butter
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
How to layer:
- In a small bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Pour this mixture into the bottom of your clean jar and tap gently to level it out.1¾ cup all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt
- Add the white sugar as the next layer, then the brown sugar.½ cup packed light brown sugar, ½ cup granulated sugar
- Carefully layer in the chocolate chips, followed by the M&Ms.½ cup red & green holiday M&Ms, ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- Seal the jar tightly and decorate with a ribbon and a tag.
To bake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter, egg, and vanilla.½ cup (1 stick) softened butter, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Add the contents of the jar and stir until combined.
- Drop rounded spoonfuls onto a baking sheet.
- Bake 8–10 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool & enjoy!
Notes
Storage & Make Ahead
- Store: Keep the baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days to maintain their soft, chewy texture.
- Freeze: Freeze the baked cookies in a sealed container for up to three months.
- Make Ahead: You can mix the cookie dough in advance and chill it for up to two days or freeze the dough balls for up to three months for easy baking later.
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