Honey Spice Oatmeal Cookie Mix Gift In A Jar Recipe

Delight your loved ones with this irresistible Honey Spice Oatmeal Cookie Mix! A perfect homemade gift, this easy-to-make mix comes in a charming jar, ready to be baked into warm, gooey cookies. Created in partnership with the National Honey Board, this recipe uses real honey for a naturally sweet and subtly spiced treat. Include it in a festive gift basket with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate for a complete cozy experience. Perfect for holiday gifts, birthdays, or any occasion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 1753.3 kcal
Protein 111g
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How to Make Honey Spice Oatmeal Cookie Mix Gift In A Jar

  1. **To Make the Mix:**
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons ground ginger, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg.
  3. Stir in 3 cups rolled oats.
  4. Transfer the mix to a resealable plastic bag, an airtight decorative jar (a quart canning jar works well), or another airtight container.
  5. Store in a cool, dry place.
  6. If using a jar, decorate the lid with a pretty fabric square and ribbon.
  7. Attach a gift tag with the following baking instructions:
  8. **To Bake the Cookies:**
  9. In a large bowl, cream together ½ cup (1 stick) softened butter and ¾ cup honey using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  10. Beat in 1 large egg until well combined.
  11. Gradually add half of the cookie mix, beating until just incorporated.
  12. Add the remaining cookie mix and beat until a dough forms.
  13. Divide the dough into thirds. Place each third onto a piece of plastic wrap, flatten to ½-inch thickness, wrap tightly, and chill for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
  14. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove one portion of dough from the refrigerator.
  15. Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
  16. Place balls 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  17. Flatten each ball to ⅛-inch thickness using the bottom of a glass dipped in granulated sugar.
  18. Repeat steps 7-9 with remaining dough.
  19. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
  20. Cool for 1 minute on cookie sheets before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  21. Store tightly covered.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

101 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

11g

Carbs

117g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Honey Spice Oatmeal Cookie Mix Gift In A Jar?

Honey Spice Oatmeal Cookie Mix Gift In A Jar takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Honey Spice Oatmeal Cookie Mix Gift In A Jar?

Honey Spice Oatmeal Cookie Mix Gift In A Jar has approximately 1753.3 calories per serving, with about 111 g protein, 117 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Honey Spice Oatmeal Cookie Mix Gift In A Jar?

The key ingredients for Honey Spice Oatmeal Cookie Mix Gift In A Jar are All Purpose Flour, Ground Ginger, Ground Cinnamon, Baking Soda, Salt, Ground Cloves. See the full list with measurements above.

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