Best M Ms Cookie Mix In A Jar Recipes

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M & M'S COOKIE MIX IN A JAR



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I vary the color of the M&M's to the different holiday currently approaching when I give these as gifts..another favorite of the grandchildren

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Dessert

Time 22m

Yield 30 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 1/4 cups M&M's plain chocolate candy
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Mix baking soda and baking powder with flour.so you can add flour mixture into one layer.
  • Layer ingredients in order given into a wide-mouth. Press each layer firmly so it will all fit in the jar.
  • Attach these instructions to your gift.
  • INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Empty jar of cookie mix into large mixing bowl.Use your hands to thoroughly blend mix.
  • Add 1 stick butter or margarine, very soft. (please do not use diet).
  • 1 large egg, slightly beaten, and 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  • Mix until completely blended. you will need to finish mixing with your hands as this is stiff.
  • Shape into balls the size of walnuts.
  • Place 2" apart on sprayed cookie sheet.
  • Bake in preheated 375° for 12-14 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
  • Cool 5 minutes on baking sheet.
  • Remove cookies to racks to finish cooling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.3, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 1.2, Sodium 32.5, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 13.9, Protein 1.2

M&M COOKIES IN A JAR



M&M Cookies In A Jar image

Child-friendly, fun craft gift, M&M Cookies in a Jar is perfect for teacher gifts, Secret Santa or stocking stuffers! For a holiday touch, use M&M-brand chocolate candies in seasonal colors.

Provided by star pooley

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 wide-mouth quart (4-cup) canning jars with lid and rings
1/4 c sugar
1 1/4 c m&m-brand chocolate candies
2 c all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
3/4 c brown sugar, packed
1/4 tsp baking powder

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together flour, soda and baking powder. Layer flour mixture, brown sugar, granulated sugar and M&Ms-brand candies in jar. Pack firmly.
  • 2. Cut appropriate number of 7-inch circles from cotton fabric. Top each jar with fabric circle, and tie with ribbon.
  • 3. Attatch, using ribbon, M&Ms Cookies gift tag with recipe instructions to the jar.
  • 4. Instructions: Empty jar of cookie mix into mixing bowl; blend thoroughly. Add 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened, 1 beaten egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Mix until completely blended. Roll into 1-inch balls, and place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees until edges are lightly browned, about 12 to 14 minutes. Cool on cookie sheet for five minutes, then transfer to wire racks. Makes 2 1/2 dozen cookies.

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