Cute As a Button Cookie Mix in a Jar
Transform your gift-giving with the "Cute As a Button Cookie Mix in a Jar" recipe—an irresistibly charming treat that's as delightful to make as it is to receive! This whimsical cookie mix layers premium pantry essentials like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and chocolate chips with colorful sprinkles, all beautifully packed in a single quart jar. Not only does it create a visual feast of textures and colors, but it also simplifies baking into a fun and stress-free experience. This recipe delivers perfectly soft, buttery cookies with rich bursts of chocolate and a playful touch of decoration—the optional button detail adds extra charm! Perfect for any occasion, these jars make thoughtful, homemade gifts that double as kitchen décor until it’s cookie time. With just 10 minutes of prep and a few common add-ins like butter, egg, and vanilla, this easy DIY cookie mix is your go-to for edible gifting or sweet indulgence at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups light brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups white chocolate chips
- 0.5 cups mini chocolate chips
- 0.25 cups sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
Layer the ingredients into a 1-quart (32 oz) jar in the following order: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, white chocolate chips, mini chocolate chips, and sprinkles. Pack each layer down gently to ensure everything fits snugly.
Seal the jar with a lid and include a label or tag with the instructions for baking.
To bake the cookies, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Empty the jar contents into a large mixing bowl and mix to combine.
Add 1/2 cup (1 stick) of softened unsalted butter, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir until the dough comes together.
Roll tablespoon-sized amounts of dough into balls and place them 2 inches apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Flatten each dough ball slightly. Use a straw or skewer to gently press small indents in the center to create a button-like design (optional).
Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake.
Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.7 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.6 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1280 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 423.3 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 287.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 332 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 754 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
