Cookie Mix in a Jar VI
You can never have too many Southern recipes, so give Cookie Mix in From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes. This recipe from Allrecipes requires chocolate chips, baking soda, brown sugar, and salt. It works well as a dessert. It is a good option if you're following a dairy free diet.
Instructions
Mix together the flour, baking soda and baking powder and salt. Set aside.
Layer ingredients in order in a 1 quart wide mouth canning jar. Make sure you pack all down firmly before adding the flour mixture - it will be a tight fit. NOTE: Wipe down the inside of the jar after you add the cocoa powder.
Empty jar of cookie mix into a large mixing bowl. Use your hands to thoroughly blend mix.
Add 3/4 cup butter or margarine softened at room temp. DO NOT USE DIET MARGARINE
Add 1 egg, slightly beaten, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
Mix until completely blended. The dough is sticky. you will need to finish mixing with your hands.
Shape into walnut size balls and place 2 inches apart on parchment lined baking sheets. DO NOT USE WAXED PAPER.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 11 to 13 minutes . Cool 5 minutes on baking sheet.
Remove to racks to finish cooling. Makes 3 dozen cookies.