The rules clearly state ONE BAG:

Make Your Trip Better Using 3-1-1
3-1-1 for carry-ons = 3.4 ounce bottle or less (by volume) ; 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag; 1 bag per passenger placed in screening bin. One-quart bag per person limits the total liquid volume each traveler can bring. 3.4 oz. container size is a security measure.

Consolidate bottles into one bag and X-ray separately to speed screening.

Hey, I'm the last one to defend the TSA; I've met my fair share of total bozos. But this is pretty straight forward. Why would you want to create problems for yourself for not following a fairly simple rule?