Delicious Cowboy Cookie Mix in a Jar Recipe

This Cowboy Cookie Mix in a Jar recipe is the perfect gift idea for the holiday season. Layered with oats, chocolate chips, and nuts, these cookies are a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple steps, you can create a beautiful and thoughtful homemade gift that anyone will love.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 3/4 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. In a 1-quart glass jar, layer the dry ingredients in the following order: flour mixture, rolled oats, chocolate chips, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and chopped nuts.
3. Seal the jar tightly and attach a label with the following instructions: 'Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Empty the contents of the jar into a large mixing bowl and stir to combine. Add 1/2 cup (1 stick) of melted butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.'
4. Decorate the jar with a ribbon or fabric and include a gift tag with the baking instructions.
5. To make the cookies yourself, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the jar contents, 1/2 cup melted butter, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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