Mixes in a Jar Recipes - Cookies

Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies Mix in a Jar

1/2 cup butterscotch chips
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup buttermilk biscuit and baking mix
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup buttermilk biscuit and baking mix

In 1-quart wide-mouth glass jar, gently layer and pack ingredients in the order listed. If there is any space left after adding the last ingredient, add more baking chips, dried fruits or nuts to fill the jar. Place lid on top. Cut an 8-inch circle of fabric to cover lid. Place fabric over lid; secure in place with a rubber band, then ribbon or raffia. Decorate as desired.

NOTE: When measuring brown sugar, crumble it between your fingers for uniform texture. Be sure to pack the brown sugar firmly in the jar to prevent the baking mix from sifting down through it.

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Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies

Empty contents of jar into medium bowl. Stir in 1 stick of butter or margarine, melted, 1 egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined. Shape into 1-inch balls. Place on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes or until cookies are light golden brown.

Makes 2 1/2 dozen cookies.

Substitute almond extract for vanilla in cookies containing almonds.

Butterscotch Oatmeal Bars:

Empty contents of jar into medium bowl. Stir in 1 stick of butter or margarine, melted, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined. Press into an 8-inch square baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 to 24 minutes or until bars are light golden brown and center is almost set.

Makes 16 bar cookies.