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Gourmet Cookie Mix in a Jar

Prep. Time : 0:20
Yield : 1 jar

1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 1/2 cups chocolate chips OR butterscotch chips OR peanut butter chips

-In a quart-size canning jar, layer ingredients in the order in which they are listed, making sure layers are as level as possible. After adding sugar, pack down firmly with a flat, narrow object; repeat after adding brown sugar.
-Center an 8" fabric circle over the lid and secure with a rubber band. Tie a ribbon just under the rubber band to secure fabric, then remove rubber band.
-Attach a card with baking instructions and mark with an expiration date of 1 year from date made.

Baking Instructions:
-In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened butter, 2 eggs, and 1 tsp. vanilla extract.
-Add the contents of the jar and stir until well mixed.
-Drop the dough by teaspoonfuls onto an ungreased baking sheet 2" apart.
-Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 8 - 10 minutes, until light brown.
-Allow to cool on the pan for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
-Makes 2 1/2 dozen cookies.