Cherry Nut Muffin Mix in a Jar

Make these for your family, or make as a mix to give as a gift- either way it will bring smiles on a cold winter day!

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Yields: 12 muffins

Ingredients

• 1 3⁄4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 2  teaspoons baking powder (use very fresh baking powder)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon orange zest
• 1⁄2 cup dried cherries
• 2  tablespoons walnuts, chopped
• 1  egg, slightly beaten
• 3⁄4 cup milk
• 3  tablespoons  cooking oil

Directions

1. In a one quart jar, layer the ingredients in the order given- don't include the eggs, milk or cooking oil.
2. Attach the following recipe to the jar. Cover and store in a cool dark cupboard for up to 6 months. Makes one batch of muffins.
3. Directions for muffins:.
4. Line twelve 2-1/2-inch muffin pans with paper bake cups; set aside. In a medium bowl add the contents of the jar- make a well in the center.
5. In another bowl combine the egg, milk, and oil. Add this mixture all at once to flour mixture. Stir just until moistened (batter should be lumpy).
6. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling each two-thirds full. Bake in a 400 degree F oven for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden and a wooden toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean.
7. Cool in muffin cups on wire rack for 5 minutes. Remove from muffin cups; serve warm. Makes 12 muffins.