How to Make Chocolate Cookie Mix in a Jar - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something special about receiving a homemade gift, especially when it comes in a beautifully decorated jar filled with the ingredients to make delicious chocolate cookies. This Chocolate Cookie Mix in a Jar is not only a thoughtful and creative gift idea, but it also provides a convenient way for the recipient to whip up a batch of tasty cookies in no time. Whether you're looking for a unique homemade gift to give to friends and family or simply want to have a convenient cookie mix on...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup dark brown sugar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup cocoa
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen

  • Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • Layer dark brown sugar, white sugar, cocoa, pecans, and chocolate chips in a 1-quart wide-mouth canning jar; pack down firmly. Top with flour mixture; it will be a snug fit.
  • Attach a tag with the following instructions: Chocolate Cookie Mix in a Jar: 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 2. Empty cookie mix into a large bowl. Thoroughly blend mixture with your hands. Mix in 3/4 cup softened butter or margarine, 1 slightly beaten egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Shape into walnut-sized balls and place 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. 3. Bake in the preheated oven for 11 to 13 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then move to wire racks to cool completely.