Cookie Mix in a Jar VIII

Recipe View 5 mins In a bowl, thoroughly combine the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Carefully layer the ingredients in the specified order into a 1-quart wide-mouth canning jar. Firmly press each layer down to ensure a snug fit. Add the chopped peanut butter cups as the final layer. (Assembly time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Attach these directions to the Jar: Peanut Butter Cup Cookies. First, remove the peanut butter cups from the jar and set aside. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Empty the remaining cookie mix into a large mixing bowl. Use your hands to thoroughly blend the mix. (Mixing time: 3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Add 1/2 cup of softened butter or margarine (ensure it's not diet margarine), 1 slightly beaten egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Mix until the ingredients are completely blended. Finish mixing with your hands to ensure everything is well incorporated. (Mixing time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Gently fold in the reserved peanut butter cups. (Mixing time: 2 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Shape the dough into walnut-sized balls and place them 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheets. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View 14 mins Bake in a preheated oven at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. (Bake time: 12-14 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. (Cooling time: 5 minutes)