Dreamsicle Cookies In A Jar
By: Cynthia Ewer, Organized Christmas
Taking the name--and flavors--of a cool summer treat, these cookies are punched up with vanilla baking chips and a burst of citrus. Layered and decorated with a pretty gift tag, Orange Dreamsicle Cookies In A Jar are perfect "just-because" gift.
Notes
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup powdered orange drink mix (Tang)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, sifted before measuring
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 canning jar, quart-size with lid and ring
- 1 1/2 cup vanilla baking chips
Instructions
- Sift flour, measure, then stir in baking soda and baking powder.
- Layer the ingredients in a clean glass wide mouth quart sized jar. For each jar, layer 3/4 cup granulated sugar, then 1/2 cup powdered drink mix, then 1 3/4 cup flour (mixed with 1/2 teaspoon baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon baking powder), then 1 1/2 cups vanilla baking chips. Tamp the first three layers firmly to compact ingredients.
- Create the gift tag using the instructions below.
Orange Dreamsicle Cookies
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Empty jar into a large mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup softened butter, 1 egg (slightly beaten)and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until well-blended
- Form dough into 1-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on a lightly greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until tops are lightly browned. Cool 5 minutes, then remove to a wire rack until completely cool.
- Makes 2-1/2 dozen