This cookie jar makes a colorful homemade gift for any occasion. You can use regular sized candies instead of the mini’s if you like.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup mini candy-coated chocolate pieces
- ½ cup raisins
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 ¼ cups quick cooking oats
Directions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. In a 1 quart glass jar, layer the ingredients in the following order: Flour mixture, walnuts, 1/2 cup of the mini candy coated chocolates, raisins, oats, remaining candies, and brown sugar. Pack down well after each addition and attach a tag with the instructions.
Step 2
Enclose a card with the following instructions: 1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets; 2) In a large bowl, cream together 3/4 cup of butter, 1 egg and 3/4 teaspoon of vanilla until light and fluffy. Stir in the contents of the jar until well blended. Roll dough into 1 inch balls and place them 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets; 3) Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 48 | |
Calories 58 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat2g | 2% |
Saturated Fat1g | 3% |
Cholesterol1mg | 0% |
Sodium41mg | 2% |
Total Carbohydrate10g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 2% |
Total Sugars7g | |
Protein1g | |
Vitamin C0mg | 1% |
Calcium11mg | 1% |
Iron0mg | 2% |
Potassium41mg | 1% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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