1 C. all−purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/4 C. rolled oats
1 (5.5 oz.) milk chocolate bar
1/2 C. white sugar
1/2 C. brown sugar
1/2 C. chopped nuts (optional)
1/2 C. chocolate chips
With a wire whisk, mix flour, baking powder and baking soda. Pour into a jar and
pack down level with a heavy object.
Mix oatmeal in a blender. Grate chocolate bar and mix into the oatmeal. Pack on
top of flour in jar. Add white sugar and pack down. Add brown sugar and pack
down. Layer chopped nuts on top of brown sugar. Finish layering jar with
chocolate chips until even with the top.
Use pinking shears to cut a 9−inch diameter circle from the fabric of your choice.
Center fabric circle over lid and secure with a rubber band. Tie on a raffia or ribbon
bow to cover the rubber band.
Attach a card with the following directions:
GOURMET COOKIES
Preheat oven to 375ºF. Spoon chocolate chips and nuts into a small bowl. Set
aside.
Spoon brown and white sugar into mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup butter or margarine,
and cream well. Add 1 egg and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; mix well. Pour
oatmeal and flour mixture from the jar into the bowl. Mix all ingredients thoroughly.
Roll into walnut−size balls. Place on a slightly−greased cookie sheet two inches
apart. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
