Instructions

  1. Creating the Gift in a Jar:.
  2. Wash and thoroughly dry a 1-quart wide-mouth canning jar.
  3. 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.
  4. Secure the lid and decorate as desired; attach the instructions for making these cookies found below.
  5. BUTTERSCOTCH BROWNIES GIFT TAG:
  6. Additional ingredients to be added by the recipient: 3/4 cup butter, softened, 2 eggs and 2 tsp vanilla extract.
  7. BROWNIE INSTRUCTIONS:
  8. Preheat oven to 375.
  9. In a large bowl, blend the butter, eggs and vanilla extract.
  10. Add the contents of the jar, and stir until well mixed.
  11. Spread the batter evenly in a greased 13x9 inch baking pan.
  12. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  13. Cool completely in pan before cutting into 24 squares.
  14. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.