Peanut Butter Oatmeal Mason Jar Cookies
These Mason Jar Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies are perfect for gifting or keeping on hand for a rainy day. They’re easy to make, delicious to eat, and delightful to share.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup brown sugar packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional: Add ¼ cup chopped peanuts for extra crunch.
Instructions
- Include these instructions on a tag attached to the jar:
- Preheat your oven to **350°F (175°C)**. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ½ cup softened butter, ½ cup peanut butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 large eggs. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients from the mason jar to the wet ingredients, stirring until combined.
- Scoop dough into 1 ½-tablespoon-sized balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for **10–12 minutes**, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
**Tips for Assembly and Baking**
- **Layer Neatly**: When assembling the jar, layer ingredients in the order listed for a visually appealing gift. Use a funnel or spoon to pack ingredients evenly.
- **Customize Mix-Ins**: Swap chocolate chips for raisins or butterscotch chips to create unique variations.
- **Storage**: Store the assembled mason jar in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
- **Layer Neatly**: When assembling the jar, layer ingredients in the order listed for a visually appealing gift. Use a funnel or spoon to pack ingredients evenly.
- **Customize Mix-Ins**: Swap chocolate chips for raisins or butterscotch chips to create unique variations.
- **Storage**: Store the assembled mason jar in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.