DIY Gift Jar: Gluten-Free Double Chocolate-Mint Cookies

Makes: 1 (32-ounce) gift jar

Gift Jar

Recipe Card

1.Gift Jar: Place 8 crème de menthe thins in cellophane bag. Into glass jar, layer 1 cup chopped crème de menthe thins and remaining ingredients in the order listed, packing as necessary; seal jar.

2. Recipe Card: Write above Recipe Card ingredients and the following directions on an index card: Preheat oven to 350°; chop crème de menthe thins in cellophane bag. In large microwave-safe bowl, heat butter in microwave oven on high 1 minute or until melted, stirring every 30 seconds; whisk in eggs and vanilla extract. Add contents of jar; stir until dough is moist and well blended. Drop dough by rounded measuring tablespoon 2 inches apart, on lightly greased cookie sheets. Bake 8 minutes or until edges are set, sprinkling tops of cookies with chopped crème de menthe thins during last minute of baking. Transfer cookies to wire rack to cool. Makes about 24 cookies.

3. Attach filled cellophane bag and Recipe Card to jar with festive ribbon; add bow, if desired.

Approximate nutritional values per serving (1 cookie):
173 Calories, 12g Fat (5g Saturated), 26mg Cholesterol, 124mg Sodium,
15g Carbohydrates, 2g Fiber, 13g Sugars, 12g Added Sugars, 3g Protein

Dietitian’s Dish Tip(s):
Don’t leave out those who eat gluten free when making holiday treats. The double chocolate-mint cookies will be a big hit with those who often get overlooked this festive and treat-laden season. If you make edible treats as gifts, always be sure to ask about any special dietary concerns or allergies.