I like to prep these sweet, salty gems ahead of time. The night before, measure out the pretzels, peanuts, raisins and chocolate. The next day, they come together in a snap.

Ingredients: (Yield: about 6½ dozen)

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ teaspoon baking powder
• 2 cups halved pretzel sticks
• 1 cup coarsely chopped dry roasted peanuts
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks
• 1 cup raisins

Method:

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the pretzels, peanuts, chocolate chunks and raisins.

Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-14 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.