Oatmeal Chocolate Pecan Cookies (jar mix)

I have loved this cookie recipe for what seems like forever.  The rice crispy cereal adds this great chewiness, and it's delicious combined with the oats and the nuts.

Originally, this recipe did not have chocolate in it.  I know--I don't get it.  So the chocolate chips are my addition.  *curtsy*  You're welcome!

Fall is my favorite time of year to start thinking about Christmas, particularly what little gift I can give this year to neighbors and friends.  Jar mixes are some of my favorites!  If you missed the meals and breads I have already shared here, go back and check them out on the first Fridays of the month since May.  You can also click the "jar mix" label in blue at the bottom of this post.  

Jar mixes are perfect to give away as gifts, but they are easy to make ahead for yourself, too.  Pull out a jar for a quick meal or a quick treat, or even in an emergency.  (Hello, snow days.)  Or for a sick friend!

I think giving cookie mixes instead of cookies as Christmas gifts is absolutely perfect.  You let someone know you're thinking of them, but if they've already got SO. MANY. TREATS., this is something they can whip together in February or March!  I love that idea.  Jar mixes are pretty great.

IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT THIS JAR MIX:  

• Jar mixes should be used within about a year unless you seal them (like with a FoodSaver and the jar attachment) or use oxygen absorbers.  
• If you decide to gift this the way I have pictured, use a piece of fabric about 6"x6".
• Making these cookies requires softened butter, vanilla, and eggs in addition to the dry ingredients in the jar mix.  You can find pantry-friendly substitutions here. 

OATMEAL CHOCOLATE PECAN COOKIES

PREP TIME (making the jar mix):  10 minutes
COOK TIME:  15-20 minutes

JAR MIX INGREDIENTS

In a wide-mouth quart jar, layer in order, packing the ingredients in tightly:

• 1 c. flour
• 1/2 c. sugar
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 c. packed brown sugar
• 1/2 c. old-fashioned (not quick-cooking) oats
• 1/2 c. chocolate chips
• 3/4 c. rice crispy cereal
• 1/3 c. chopped pecans

COOKING DIRECTIONS

Attach to the jar using a sticker or tag:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  In a large mixing bowl, cream 1/2 c. softened butter until fluffy.  Add 1 egg and 1 tsp. vanilla.  Gradually add jar mix.  Drop by rounded spoonfuls 2 inches apart on baking sheets.  Bake 8-10 minutes until golden.

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