Just send the 2 pages (8453 and 1098C). Be sure to keep a copy. You do not need to include your tax return; they already have it and you are right, it will cause confusion.
Mail Form 8453 to:
Internal Revenue Service
Attn: Shipping and Receiving, 0254
Receipt and Control Branch
Austin, TX 73344-0254
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