Cookie Mix in a Jar VIII

Directions

Ingredients :

¾ cup white sugar

½ cup packed brown sugar

1?¾ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

8 peanut butter cups

cut into 1/2 inch pieces

Methods :

Mix together the flour, baking powder and baking soda. Set aside.

Layer ingredients in order given in a 1 quart ”wide mouth” canning jar. Press each layer firmly in place. It will be a tight fit. Add chopped peanut butter cups last.

Attach these directions to Jar: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

Remove peanut butter cups from jar. Set aside.

Empty remaining cookie mix into large mixing bowl. Use your hands to thoroughly blend mix.

Add 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened at room temperature. DO NOT USE DIET MARGARINE. Add in 1 egg, slightly beaten, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.

Mix until completely blended. You will need to finish mixing with your hands.

Mix in peanut butter cups.

Shape into walnut sized balls. Place 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheets.

Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 12 to 14 minutes until edges are lightly browned. Cool 5 minutes on baking sheet. Remove cookies to racks to finish cooling. Makes 2 1/2 dozen cookies.