Ingredients
2 c. biscuit mix
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. miniature candy-coated chocolate pieces (such as M&M’s baking bits)
1/2 c. Quick-Cooking Oatmeal
1/2 c. unsalted butter
1 large egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Preparation
Step 1Mix directions: Wash and thoroughly dry a 1-quart, wide-mouth canning jar. Layer the ingredients as level as possible in this order: 1 cup biscuit mix, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 cup biscuit mix, 1/2 cup brown sugar, the candies and the oatmeal. Secure the lid and decorate the jar as desired. Be sure to attach the instructions for making the bars.Step 2Treats directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease an 8-inch square baking pan. Transfer all of the jar ingredients to a medium bowl and stir until well blended; set aside.Step 3Cream butter, egg and vanilla in a large bowl with a wooden spoon, fork or an electric mixer set on low speed.Step 4Add dry ingredients to butter mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until well combined.Step 5Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 squares. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
