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Hanukkah Cookies in a Jar

DIY Hanukkah Cookies in a Jar

Author Rachel
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Yield 24 cookies
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Description

There's something special about homemade gifts❤️
Kosher, Dairy

Equipment

  • 32-Ounces mason jar
  • Ribbon
  • 2 Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Standing mixer with a guitar hook (flat beater) OR
  • Hand mixer

Ingredients

Cookies in a Jar

  • 2 cups (280g) all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1 and 1/2 Teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 Teaspoon salt 
  • 3/4 cup (150g) light brown sugar press it firmly into the measuring cup!
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 
  • About 1 and 1/2 cups of a delightful mix of chocolate chips, chocolate chunks, M&M’s, chocolate coins, marshmallows, and sprinkles. Feel free to use any combination, make sure you fill the jar completely to the top.

Gift recipient will add the following:

  • 2 sticks= 1 cup (220g) unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs

Instructions

To make the jar:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • Using a spoon or a funnel, begin to layer the ingredients inside the jar:
    -The flour mixture
    -Brown sugar
    -White sugar
    -Chocolate and candy
  • Seal the lid, decorate with ribbon, and gift with the free printable instructions.

To bake the cookies:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl with a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter, eggs, and vanilla together on high speed until combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Don’t worry if the eggs aren’t fully combined with the butter; it’ll all come together with the dry ingredients.
  • Add all of the jar ingredients and mix on low speed until combined.
  • Roll about 1/4-cup measuring of dough at a time into balls and place them evenly spaced on your prepared baking sheets (not more than 6 on a sheet).
  • Bake for 10-14 minutes. Take them out when they are just until the edges are set. Let them sit on the baking pan for 2-4 minutes before removing to the cooling rack.

Notes

Tips for Making a Cookie Mix in a Jar

  • Select a clean and dry jar with a tight-sealing lid. 
  • When adding ingredients to the jar, layer them to create a visually appealing presentation. 
  • After adding each layer, gently pack down the ingredients using the back of a spoon. This helps to ensure a snug fit and prevents the layers from blending together.
  • Provide a recipe card or tag with clear instructions on how to use the mix. Include any additional ingredients needed, along with baking instructions.
  • Add a festive touch to the jar by attaching a decorative ribbon. 
  • Before gifting or storing, make sure the jar is tightly sealed to maintain the freshness of the ingredients.