DOUBLE THE PLEASURE COOKIE JAR

A dozen cookies can be too much of a temptation, so avoid succumbing to the inevitable with these tasty jars, bursting with just enough to satisfy your inner Cookie Monster.

INGREDIENTS

    1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon non-dairy margarine, melted

    3 tablespoons packed brown sugar

    1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

    1/3 cup unbleached all-purpose flour

    1/8 teaspoon baking powder

    sprinkle of salt

    3 tablespoons non-dairy semisweet chocolate chips

    non-dairy ice cream, for topping (optional)

    Makes 2 cookies

DIRECTIONS

      Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease two 4-ounce canning jars and set on a rimmed baking sheet.

      In a small bowl, stir together the melted margarine, brown sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt and mix until combined. Add the chocolate chips.

      Divide between the 2 prepared jars and press down into the bottom firmly. Bake for 6 to 10 minutes, until golden and the edges are set. Let cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before topping with a healthy scoop of ice cream and devouring.