Decadent Chocolate Cranberry Delight Cookies in a Jar
Indulge in the rich flavors of these Decadent Chocolate Cranberry Delight Cookies, packaged beautifully in a jar. This recipe takes a classic combination of sweet dried cranberries and rich chocolate chips, elevating it with a perfect balance of flavors. Not only is it a delightful treat for your family, but it also makes a fantastic gift for friends and loved ones, allowing them to enjoy homemade cookies with ease. Simply mix the ingredients and bake to perfection! Feel free to swap the cranberries for your favorite dried fruit for a personalized touch. Perfect for any occasion!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
2 1/2 cups (All-purpose, sifted)
sugar
1 cup (Granulated)
baking powder
1 teaspoon
salt
1 teaspoon
dried sweetened cranberries
3/4 cup (Chopped, or substitute with other dried fruit)
mini chocolate chips
3/4 cup
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
eggs
2 (Large, beaten)
salad oil
3/4 cup (Canola or vegetable oil)
sugar
for rolling
Instructions
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*Jar Mix Instructions*
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1. In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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2. In a clean, dry 1-quart mason jar, layer half of the flour mixture and press down firmly.
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3. Add the dried sweetened cranberries in an even layer over the flour mixture.
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4. Next, gently spoon the mini chocolate chips into the jar.
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5. Top with the remaining flour mixture, pressing down lightly to compact.
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6. Seal the jar with its lid and add a decorative label for gifting or storage.
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*Preparation Instructions*
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7. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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8. Empty the contents of the jar into a large mixing bowl.
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9. Add vanilla extract, eggs, and salad oil to the dry mixture.
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10. Using an electric mixer, blend on low speed until the mixture is well combined, noting that the dough may seem crumbly.
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11. Roll the dough into 1.5-inch balls and generously roll each ball in sugar.
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12. Place cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet, ensuring they are spaced about 3 inches apart.
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13. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
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14. Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Decadent Chocolate Cranberry Delight Cookies in a Jar recipe?
It is a layered jar mix recipe that combines flour, sugar, dried cranberries, and mini chocolate chips for an easy-to-bake dessert or gift.
What size mason jar is required for the mix?
You should use a clean, dry 1-quart mason jar for this recipe.
How should the dry ingredients be prepared before layering?
In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
What is the recommended layering order for the jar?
Layer half of the flour mixture first, followed by the dried cranberries, then the mini chocolate chips, and top with the remaining flour mixture.
Can I substitute the dried cranberries?
Yes, you can swap the cranberries for your favorite dried fruit for a personalized touch.
How should the layers be packed into the jar?
You should press down firmly on the first flour layer and the cranberry layer, and then press down lightly on the final flour layer to compact it.
What type of chocolate chips work best?
The recipe specifies mini chocolate chips for the best distribution within the cookies.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
What wet ingredients need to be added to the jar contents?
You will need to add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 2 large beaten eggs, and 3/4 cup of salad oil.
What kind of oil should be used?
Canola or vegetable oil (salad oil) is recommended for this recipe.
How should the dough be mixed?
Use an electric mixer on low speed until the mixture is well combined.
Is it normal for the dough to look crumbly?
Yes, the instructions note that the dough may seem crumbly after mixing.
How large should the cookie dough balls be?
The dough should be rolled into 1.5-inch balls.
Do the dough balls need a coating?
Yes, generously roll each 1.5-inch dough ball in granulated sugar before baking.
Should the cookie sheet be greased?
No, place the cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet.
How far apart should I space the cookies?
Ensure the cookies are spaced about 3 inches apart on the sheet.
What is the total baking time?
Bake the cookies for approximately 10 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are finished?
The cookies are done when the edges are lightly browned.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 1 minute before moving them.
Where should the cookies finish cooling?
Transfer them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
Is the flour sifted?
The recipe recommends using 2 1/2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much sugar goes into the dry mix?
1 cup of granulated sugar is included in the dry mix.
Is salt required in this recipe?
Yes, the mix requires 1 teaspoon of salt.
How much baking powder is used?
1 teaspoon of baking powder is included in the dry ingredients.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 ingredient components in total, including those for the mix and the preparation.
Should the eggs be beaten before adding to the mix?
Yes, the 2 large eggs should be beaten before being added to the dry mixture.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Common tags include cookies, dessert, gifts, chocolate, cranberry, homemade, jar mix, and baking.
Is this recipe suitable for gifting?
Yes, it is designed to be packaged in a jar with a decorative label as a fantastic gift for friends and loved ones.
How should the cranberries be prepared?
The dried sweetened cranberries should be chopped before being added to the jar.
What is the purpose of the sugar for rolling?
Rolling the dough balls in sugar provides an extra layer of sweetness and texture to the finished cookies.