Best Potato Chip Cookies In A Jar Gift Recipes

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POTATO CHIP COOKIES IN A JAR (GIFT)



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This is a recipe for a neat little gift. They are so easy to make and you can make multiple gifts by buying the ingredients and canning. Great for teachers, employees, etc. This particular recipe is kind of like Pecan Sandies.

Provided by Candace Michelle

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 24 cookies, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups crushed potato chips
2/3 cup chopped pecans
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together the flour and baking powder.
  • Layer ingredients in order given in a 1 quart "wide mouth" canning jar.
  • Press each layer firmly in place before adding next ingredient. It will be a tight fit.
  • On gift tag write the additional ingredients needed (butter and extract), as well as these baking instructions:.
  • Pre-heat oven to 350°F Empty this jar of cookie mix into a large mixing bowl.
  • Mix well. Add butter and vanilla and stir until blended thoroughly.
  • Shape into balls the size of walnuts, and place 3 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Flatten balls with the palm of your hand. Bake for 14 to 18 minutes or until edges are very lightly browned.
  • Cool 5 minutes on baking sheets then remove to wire racks to cool completely.

CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE CUPCAKES (GIFT MIX IN A JAR)



Chocolate Chip Cookie Cupcakes (Gift Mix in a Jar) image

Gift jar directions at bottom of the recipe - add onto a recipe card and attach to the gift! Or skip the gift making and indulge yourself with this treat!! NOTE: This recipe is to be prepared one QUART size wide mouth canning jar and will yield 20 cupcakes.

Provided by Mom2Rose

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 20 cupcakes, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup butter, softened
3 eggs
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Creating the Gift in a Jar:
  • Wash and thoroughly dry a 1-quart wide-mouth canning jar.
  • Layer the ingredients in the jar as listed above starting with the flour, salt, baking powder, sugar, brown sugar and then chocolate chips - make sure to press firmly with a flat bottomed object after each addition; make the layers as level as possible.
  • Secure the lid and decorate as desired; attach the instructions for making these cookies found below.
  • CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE CUPCAKES GIFT TAG:
  • Additional ingredients to be added by the recipient: 1 cup butter, softened, 3 eggs, 1/3 cup milk and 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  • CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE CUPCAKES INSTRUCTIONS:
  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • In a large bowl, combine the butter, eggs, milk and extract; blend with electric mixer set on low speed.
  • Add the contents of the jar and continue to blend for 2 minutes.
  • Spoon the batter into papered muffin tins, filling each liner half full.
  • Bake for 17-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
  • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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