Cranberry Hootycreeks Cookies In A Jar
Pretty, festive and easy to make, Cranberry Hootycreeks make a welcome holiday cookie-in-a-jar gift. Layer flour mix with oats, dried cranberries, white chocolate chips and chopped nuts for a pretty jar gift.
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Celebrate With More Festive Recipe Ideas
We're thrilled that you enjoyed making the Cranberry Hootycreeks Cookies In A Jar! Since you already have the baking bug, why not try your hand at a few more festive Christmas recipes?
One idea is to whip up a batch of classic gingerbread cookies. These spiced treats are perfect for the holiday season, and you can have fun decorating them with icing and sprinkles. Another option is to make peppermint bark, a simple yet decadent treat that combines creamy chocolate with refreshing peppermint. It's sure to be a hit at any Christmas party.
If you're feeling adventurous, you might want to try your hand at making homemade eggnog. This rich and creamy drink is a holiday staple, and nothing beats the taste of freshly made eggnog. Plus, you can always add a splash of bourbon or rum for an extra festive touch.
No matter which recipe you choose to try next, we're sure you'll have a blast in the kitchen. Happy baking, and may your holidays be filled with delicious treats and good cheer!
Ingredients
- 1 1/8 cup flour, all-purpose
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup rolled oats, uncooked
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate baking chips
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Sift flour before measuring.
- In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt.
- Layer 1/2 the flour mixture in the bottom of a 1-quart canning jar, then add oats to the jar.
- Continue layering the remaining ingredients: Flour mixture, granulated sugar, brown sugar (tamp tightly), dried cranberries, white chocolate baking chips, and chopped nuts.
- Seal the jar.
- Create and attach a gift tag with the recipe instructions below:
Cranberry Hootycreeks
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease cookie sheet or line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, beat together 1/2 cup
softened butter, 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla
until fluffy. Add contents of jar, and mix until
well blended.
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Drop rounded tablespoons onto the prepared cookie sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until
edges start to brown.
- Cool on wire rack.
- Makes 18-24 cookies.