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Creating the Gift in a Jar:
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Wash and thoroughly dry a 1-quart wide-mouth canning jar.
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Layer the ingredients in the jar as listed above starting with the flour, baking soda, salt, baking powder, sugar and then peanut butter chips - make sure to press firmly with a flat bottomed object after each addition; make the layers as level as possible.
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Secure the lid and decorate as desired; attach the instructions for making these cookies found below.
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PEANUT BUTTER CUPCAKES GIFT TAG:
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Additional ingredients to be added by the recipient: 3/4 cup solid butter-flavored shortening, 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter, 3 eggs, 1/2 cup milk and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract.
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PEANUT BUTTER CUPCAKES INSTRUCTIONS:
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Preheat oven to 375.
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In a large bowl, combine the shortening, peanut butter, eggs, milk and extract; blend with electric mixer set on low speed.
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Add the contents of the jar and continue to blend for 2 minutes.
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Spoon the batter into papered muffin tins, filling each liner half full.
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Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
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Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
