Looking for an easy and affordable DIY Christmas gift idea? Why not make a Christmas cookie mix in a mason jar?
This is a great project for kids to help with, and it makes a sweet and festive gift that anyone will love. Plus, it's so simple to put together that you can easily make several jars for all of your friends and family.
Everything you need to give the gift of cookies this year is included below...even FREE printable gift tags!
Ready for more inspiration? Head over to our Mason Jar Gift Ideas for even more delicious recipes perfect for the holidays!"
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Have you ever wanted to give a homemade Christmas cookies but didn't have time to bake? Well, I have the perfect solution for you!
Make a Christmas cookie mix in a mason jar. It's easy to do and your recipient will love it! Plus, it's a great way to get the kids involved in putting together teacher gifts when you use the FREE Gift Tags!
Looking for more Mason Jar Mix Recipes? Try my Brownie Mix in a Jar, Mason Jar Hot Chocolate, Cookie Mason Gift Ideas or my Cookies Mason Jar Gifts.
Table of Contents
- Mason Jar Cookies
- Cookies in a Jar Recipes with Printable Tags
- Get the Mason Jar Gift Mixes for the Holidays BUNDLE
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Recipe Ingredients
- Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- How to Seal and Decorate the Mason Jars
- Baking Instructions
- Before You Begin!
- Free Printable Gift Tags
- Storage Tips
- More Recipes to Love
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Mason Jar Cookies
This holiday season, give the gift of homemade cookies without actually doing any baking! This is a unique and thoughtful present that will be sure to impress. Plus, it's super easy to make.
Simply gather up the dry ingredients to your favorite easy cookie recipe and then layer them in a Mason jar. Be sure to include hand-written instructions for how to add the wet ingredients and baking instructions.
You can even get creative with the packaging by decorating the jar with ribbon or festive stickers. Your friends and family will appreciate the delicious treats, and they'll also appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Cookies in a Jar Recipes with Printable Tags
This recipe comes with printable tags, so all you need to do is add the ingredients to a jar and give it as a gift.
However, if you wanted to prepare a different cookie recipe, you can easily create your own handmade instruction tag or gift tag.
If you love using mason jars to put together gift ideas, check out my other ideas such as Mason Jar Hot Chocolate Gift and Homemade Bulk Pancake Mix. Both ideas come with printable gifts tags as well.
Get the Mason Jar Gift Mixes for the Holidays BUNDLE
Looking for more homemade mason jar mix ideas to make?
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Printable gift tags included for each recipe!
Helpful Kitchen Tools
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Recipe Ingredients
Exact measurements are listed below in the recipe card. Make sure you scroll down to print and save the recipe for later!
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- You can add a layer of walnuts, pecans, almonds, or macadamia nuts which will provide a satisfying crunch.
- Check to make sure your gift recipient doesn't have any food allergies. You could always use gluten-free flour for those with dietary restrictions.
- Reduce the sugar amount or use a sugar substitute for a less sweet version.
- Check out my other recipe for Mason Jar Sugar Cookie Mix. If you want to give another type of recipe in a jar gift, try this Blackberry Jam Recipe.
- You can use this recipe any time of year and change out the red and green M&Ms with regular colored M&Ms or use Valentine's Day colored M&Ms.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour with the baking soda and salt. Add to the bottom of a 32 ounce size mason jar.
Step 2: Then continue adding the remaining ingredients on top of the flour mixture. Use a wide mouth funnel to keep things neat.
How to Seal and Decorate the Mason Jars
Step 3: Seal the mason jar with the lid that it came with. You can use the traditional lids and rings or find these pretty colored lids that are fun for the holidays. Print out the free printable gift tag and add it to the jar using pretty ribbon.
Baking Instructions
When you recipient is ready to bake the cookies, all they have to do is follow the instructions on the printable gift tag.
Before You Begin!
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Free Printable Gift Tags
Once you download the gift tags, you'll be able to print out the labels to use when you make your own mason jar gift.
I recommend printing the labels on card stock paper for the gift tags. Cut out the gift tags and attach them using red and white twine. You now have a great hostess gift ready for all your holiday gift-giving needs.
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Storage Tips
Christmas Cookie Mix in a Jar should keep for 4 weeks as long as the jar is sealed completely.
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📖 Recipe Card
Christmas Cookie Mix in a Mason Jar
¾ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ cup chocolate chips
¾ cup red and green m&ms
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ¾ cup red and green M&M candy pieces
Method
- Combine the flour, baking soda and salt together.
- Add the flour to the bottom of the mason jar.
- Add the granulated sugar on top of the flour.
- Then add the brown sugar
- Top with the chocolate chips
- Top with the M&M candy pieces
- Seal the jar with the lid and add the instruction card.
- Decorate with the ribbon, etc.
Nutrition
Notes
½ cup butter; softened
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract To bake cookies:
Preheat oven to 350°F
Beat together the butter, egg and vanilla extract. Pour in the jar ingredients and mix until combined.
Use a cookie scoop and place cookies on parchment lined baking sheet.
Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Makes 18- 24 cookies.
Judith Hallock says
I love this recipe and great for giving.
“Merry Christmas”
Lois says
Thank you for the 5-star rating! Merry Christmas Judith!
Deb says
Would love the gift tag please - have signed up for it twice now...
Lois says
It looks like you haven't confirmed your email address yet! Please check your inbox (and maybe your spam folder just in case) for a confirmation email. Once you click the link to confirm, you'll get instant access to your Christmas Cookie Mix in a Jar Gift Tags. If you are still having problems after confirming, please contact me at Loiswalkingonsunshinerecipes@gmail.com Thank you!
Kerri says
Requesting the gift tags please.
Lois says
I emailed you the link to the form to fill out to have the tags sent to you! Thank you Kerri!
DEION LEE ARNOLD says
LOOKING FORWARD TO MAKING THIS.
Lois says
Hope you enjoy the gifts!
Becci says
Requesting the gift tag for Christmas Cookies in a Mason jar.
Lois says
Please check your email! I just sent them over to you. Thank you for visiting and subscribing!
GEORGETTE says
I could not see or find how to print the label?
Lois says
Did you fill out the signup form at the top of the blog post? Once you fill that out and confirm your email address, the printable will be available to print.
Sarah says
I filled out both for this M&M recipe and the sugar cookie recipe but haven't received anything via email.
Lois says
They might take up to 24 hours for delivery. Did you check your spam folder or promotions tab? Please let me know if you still haven't received them by tomorrow. Thank you!
Beth says
LOVE this idea, Lois! We will be featuring you starting Wednesday at the Creative Crafts Linky Party!
Creatively, Beth