We used this idea for Father’s Day, but I think you could do it for anyone, anytime!
I just couldn’t post it prior to the big day because I needed the cookies to be fresh
I just couldn’t post it prior to the big day because I needed the cookies to be fresh
and I didn’t need 2 batches laying around begging to be eaten.
They are yummy!
They are yummy!
So the jar is simple…
I asked my little boy a bunch of questions about his daddy and typed out exactly what he told me
{out of the mouths of babes style}
Then I typed off some things from L to her daddy about how he’s her favorite guy, etc.
Then I typed off some things from L to her daddy about how he’s her favorite guy, etc.
I put in there some favorite quotes, favorite songs, words of encouragement,
and
let’s be honest, I love to make my husband blush so some sweet love notes might be in there also.
Mr. J works a lot so I bet he will be excited when he gets to open a note a day to be reminded of the little ones that adore him at home.
Mints or gum on the bottom and it’s one fresh treat!
For the cookies, you need (recipe from Betty Crocker):
1 pouch Betty Crocker sugar cookie mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/4-1/2 tsp mint extract {I use 1/2}
6-8 drops green food color {I use 8}
1 egg
1 cup creme de menthe baking chips
1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks {I use milk chocolate Guittard}
1 pouch Betty Crocker sugar cookie mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/4-1/2 tsp mint extract {I use 1/2}
6-8 drops green food color {I use 8}
1 egg
1 cup creme de menthe baking chips
1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks {I use milk chocolate Guittard}
Mix cookie mix, butter, extract, food color, and egg in bowl, until becomes soft. Stir in creme de menthe chips and chocolate chips.
Roll ’em up and put them on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 for 8-10 minutes.
Cool about 3 minutes, then put on wire rack.
Easy and unique!
I will be making them for St Patrick’s Day also, it’s not common to see a green cookie!
If you’re like me and can’t find creme de menthe chips at any store {weird, I know}have fun cutting them up!
Looks just like mint-n-chip ice cream
All ready to cool off and be eaten
There’s easily more than a month of notes and mints in the jar.
It’s a thoughtful, cheap, sweet gift.
Covers all the basics!
It’s a thoughtful, cheap, sweet gift.
Covers all the basics!
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The Comments
Ani
Such a neat idea! I definitely need to make these!
Amanda-The Sweet Details
oh this look so tasty! i’d love if you came and shared something at my link party! its open all week 🙂
Lesley
I looove mint chocolate and it tastes even better when it comes with a clever pun.
Very clever, yous.
Closer to Lucy
You had me at cookie.
Lucy is out hopping. Come on by when you get a chance Closer to Lucy
Cheers!
Jodie
Love this darling gift! I especially love the Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies, yummy! Thank you so much for the sweet comment on my blog;) Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Jodie
http://lovelaughteranddecor.blogspot.com/
Mindie Hilton
I am just reminding everyone about tonights link party that runs Friday evening through Mondays!
I also have an ongoing give away link party now too.
Hope to see you soon.
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{april kennedy}
Love this idea! Could be used in so many situations!! Thanks for sharing.
Michelle {Daydream Believers}
Aw, cute idea! Perfect for Fathers Day and many other occasions too! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
shopannies
what a sweet treat to let someone know that you support them love giving gifts like this come see what I shared at http://shopannies.blogspot.com
Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)
It looks so yummy! It could be used in so many situations…loved it! Thanks for sharing.
Hope to see you on my blog:)
Sarah AKA The Thriftress
I LOVE mint & chocolate. These cookie look amazing!
Sarah
Crystal
Those cookies sound amazing! What a great gift, thanks so much for liking up to the Creative Bloggers’ Party & Hop.
Crystal
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SJ @ Homemaker On A Dime
The Creative Bloggers’ Party & Hop has grown for the better because of your participation. Thanks for linking up this great post! 🙂