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Prep Time : 15min
Cook Time : 14min
Course : Cookies and Candy
Type of Prep : Bake
Occasion : Christmas
 
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M and M Cookie Mix In A Jar

From Barbara Whiting,
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You and your children can make this together as a gift for friends, family, or their teachers. Place the mix in a jar to give as a gift. and include a tag with the baking directions.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups mini baking M and M's
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

PREPARATION:

Combine the flour with baking soda and salt.

In a clean 1 liter sized glass jar, layer the ingredients in the order given, starting with the brown sugar and ending with the flour mixture.

Attach a card with the following directions:
M and M Cookies
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line one baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Empty the contents of the jar into a large bowl and mix until all the ingredients are well combined.
3. Using your hands work in 3/4 cup softened butter or margarine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Beat 1 egg with 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Work this into the flour mixture until well combined. Dough will be a little crumbly.
5. Shape dough into 1 inch sized balls and place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Slightly flatten the balls with the palm of your hand. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10 to 14 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Remove cookies to a rack to cool. Makes about 2 dozen cookies.

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