Gift jar recipes are the perfect gifts to bring to the hostess of your next party. Not only do they show your appreciation, but they provide a great treat for him or her after the party or event is over.

Ingredients
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1/4 cup cocoa
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

In a 1-quart, wide-mouth canning jar, layer dark brown sugar, white sugar, cocoa, chopped pecans and chocolate chips. Pack everything down firmly before you add flour mixture, it will be a snug fit.

Directions

Chocolate Cookie Mix in a Jar

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Empty mix into large bowl.
3. Thoroughly blend mixture with hands.
4. Mix in 3/4 cup softened butter or margarine, 1 egg, slightly beaten, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
5. Shape into walnut-size balls, and place 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes. Cool 5 minutes, then move to wire racks.