Featured Recipe Butterscotch Pecan Cookies In A Jar

BUTTERSCOTCH PECAN COOKIES

Steps:

• In large bowl, combine the first five ingredients until well blended. Stir in pecans (the dough will be crumbly). , Roll rounded tablespoonfuls of dough into balls; place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 2 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

PECAN & BUTTERSCOTCH CHIP COOKIE MIX IN A JAR

Steps:

• Layer the ingredients in the order given in a one quart wide mouth canning jar.
• Firmly pack each ingredient in place.
• It will be a tight fit, but all ingredients will fit in the jar.
• Use pinking shears to cut an 8 or 9 inch circle from gingham, calico, or a seasonal fabric.
• Place the fabric over the wide mouth lid and rim and secure with a rubber band.
• Tie on a raffia or ribbon bow to cover the rubber band.
• Attach a card to the ribbon or raffia with the following mixing and baking directions: Empty jar of cookie mix into a large mixing bowl.
• Add 1/2 cup of butter or margarine, 1 egg, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla.
• Use hands to mix the wet and dry ingredients together.
• When completely blended, roll into large walnut sized balls.
• Place on unprepared cookie sheets and use the palm of your hand to flatten each cookie ball.
• Bake at 350 in a preheated oven for 8-10 minutes.

SPECIAL BUTTERSCOTCH CHIP COOKIES IN A JAR

Steps:

• Layer the ingredients in the order given in a one quart wide mouth canning jar. Firmly pack each ingredient in place. It will be a tight fit, but all ingredients will fit in the jar. Use pinking shears to cut an 8 or 9 inch circle from gingham, calico, or a seasonal fabric. Place the fabric over the wide mouth lid and rim and secure with a rubber band. Tie on a raffia or ribbon bow to cover the rubber band. Attach a card to the ribbon or raffia with the following mixing and baking directions:
• Empty jar of cookie mix into a large mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup of butter or margarine, 1 egg, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla. Use hands to mix the wet and dry ingredients together. When completely blended, roll into large walnut sized balls. Place on unprepared cookie sheets and use the palm of your hand to flatten each cookie ball. Bake at 350 in a preheated oven for 8-10 minutes.

BUTTERSCOTCH BROWNIES (GIFT MIX IN A JAR)

Steps:

• Creating the Gift in a Jar:.
• Wash and thoroughly dry a 1-quart wide-mouth canning jar.
• Layer the ingredients in the jar as listed above starting with the flour, salt, baking powder, sugar and then brown sugar - make sure to press firmly with a flat bottomed object after each addition; make the layers as level as possible.
• Secure the lid and decorate as desired; attach the instructions for making these cookies found below.
• BUTTERSCOTCH BROWNIES GIFT TAG:
• Additional ingredients to be added by the recipient: 3/4 cup butter, softened, 2 eggs and 2 tsp vanilla extract.
• BROWNIE INSTRUCTIONS:
• Preheat oven to 375.
• In a large bowl, blend the butter, eggs and vanilla extract.
• Add the contents of the jar, and stir until well mixed.
• Spread the batter evenly in a greased 13x9 inch baking pan.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Cool completely in pan before cutting into 24 squares.
• Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

FEATURED RECIPE: BUTTERSCOTCH PECAN COOKIES IN A JAR

Steps:

• Combine flour, baking soda and salt in a small bowl. Spoon into 1 quart, widemouthed canning jar. Layer remaining ingredients in order given, making sure to pack down each layer firmly. Clean inside of jar with a dry paper towel after each layer. Decorate lid by cutting fabric into a 7-inch wide square or circle. Secure with a rubber band and tie with a decorative ribbon and accents. Attach these instructions to the jar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together 2/3 cup softened butter or margarine, 1 egg and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla until combined. Slowly add contents of jar and mix well. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375°F for 9-11 minutes or until lightly browned.

BUTTERSCOTCH PECAN COOKIES

Steps:

• Cream butter, gradually adding sugar.
• Beat until light and fluffy.
• Add eggs and vanilla and beat well.
• Separately, combine flour, baking powder, soda and salt.
• Add to creamed mixture, mixing well.
• Batter will be stiff.
• Stir in nuts and morsels.
• Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls, 2- inches apart onto parchment-lined cookie sheet.
• Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes.
• Remove from cookie sheet and cool completely on wire racks. Store an airtight container.