PEANUT BUTTER CUP COOKIES

A cookie mix lets family and friends easily bake a batch of homemade treats whenever they have time. This one’s popular because no one can resist the combination of chocolate and peanut butter!

—JUDY CRAWFORD AUXVASSE, MO



PREP: 25 MIN. • BAKE: 15 MIN./BATCH • MAKES: 4 DOZEN


3/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

18 miniature peanut butter cups, quartered

ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS

2/3 cup butter, softened

1 egg

1. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda. In a 1-qt. glass jar, layer the sugar, brown sugar and flour mixture; top with peanut butter cups. Cover and store in a cool, dry place for up to 1 month. Makes: 1 batch (about 4 cups total).

2. To prepare cookies: In a large bowl, beat butter and egg until well blended. Add contents of jar and stir until combined.

3. Shape dough into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets (do not flatten). Bake at 375° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks. Store in an airtight container.