Give a homemade gift this year with this easy Christmas pancake mix in a jar.
You are going to love how easy and fast this gift idea comes together! Print the free gift tags, tie them on, and you have a thoughtful holiday breakfast gift ready for friends, family, teachers, or neighbors.
Your recipient just adds milk and eggs to turn this mix into warm, fluffy pancakes they can enjoy on Christmas morning.
You can find even more inspiration on my Mason Jar Mix Ideas page.
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Recipe at a Glance
Prep: 5 min | Cook/Bake: 0 min | Difficulty: Easy
What it is: A homemade Christmas pancake mix layered in a mason jar using simple pantry ingredients. It makes a thoughtful, budget-friendly holiday gift that turns into a delicious pancake breakfast.
Why you’ll love it: Quick to assemble, perfect for gifting, and great for teachers, neighbors, or Christmas morning breakfast baskets.
How to make it: Layer dry ingredients in a mason jar, add the FREE printable gift tag, and tie on ribbon. Your recipient just adds milk and eggs to make the pancakes.
👉 If you love easy gift ideas like this, check out my Mason Jar Mixes ebook for more ready-to-assemble recipes your friends and family will enjoy.
Table of Contents
- Recipe at a Glance
- Christmas Morning Pancakes in a Jar
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- My Essential Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Print the Tags
- Attach the Mason Jars Together
- How many pancakes does 1 cup of mix make?
- How to Prepare Pancakes using the Bulk Mix
- How to Print the Labels
- Storing and Freezing Tips
- Ready for MORE Christmas Food Mason Jar Ideas?
- Recipe FAQ's
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Christmas Morning Pancakes in a Jar
This mix makes a thoughtful Christmas Breakfast gift. Tie on a small whisk with the printable label, or nestle the jar inside a mixing bowl for a simple gift set.
You can also add a bottle of pure maple syrup so the recipient has everything they need to make pancakes right away.
If you enjoy giving homemade breakfast gifts, you might also like my Waffle Mix in a Jar or Freezer Friendly Homemade Cinnamon Rolls with printable labels. Both can be made ahead and shared with family and friends.
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Main Ingredients Needed
Here's a quick overview of the ingredients for this recipe. Find the exact amounts and click the Instacart button to easily add them to your cart – all in the printable recipe card below!
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
Maple Syrup: instead of candies or chocolate chips, you could give them a small mason jar filled with pure maple syrup.
Fruit: Make a homemade blueberry sauce or mixed berry compote to put in the smaller mason jars.
See my recipe for Homemade Blueberry Sauce and Mixed Berry Compote.
Gingerbread Pancakes: Replace cinnamon with 1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger and add ½ teaspoon ground cloves to the dry mix.
Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
Dairy-Free: When making the pancakes, use a dairy-free milk alternative such as almond milk or oat milk.
Step-by-Step Instructions
This section includes step-by-step photos and instructions to guide you through the recipe. For the complete printable version, scroll down to the recipe card below.
Step 1: Measure all ingredients into a large mixing bowl, using a wide-mouth canning funnel to help prevent messes while adding the flour mixture slowly to avoid spills. Once the jar is filled, wipe the rim clean before sealing.
Step 2: Next add the fun stir-in's for the pancakes. For this step, you're going to use small mason jars. Fill them with sprinkles, M&Ms or mini chocolate chips.
Print the Tags
Step 3: Print out the tags and attach to the mason jar. Attach the gift tag with pretty ribbon around the neck of the mason jar.
Attach the Mason Jars Together
Step 4: Secure the smaller mason jar on top of the quart-sized jar using either sticky tape or mounting sticky dots. Once attached, tie both jars together with a larger ribbon, creating a charming and decorative presentation.
Please note, the jars may come apart, so please handle them with care when carrying.
How many pancakes does 1 cup of mix make?
- Each cup of pancake mix makes about 4–6 pancakes, depending on size.
- A quart-size mason jar holds about 4 cups of mix, which yields roughly 16–24 pancakes.
How to Prepare Pancakes using the Bulk Mix
Step 8: In a mixing bowl, combine one cup of pancake mix with a mixture of one cup of milk and one egg. Pour ⅓ cup of the batter onto a hot griddle that's been greased with non-stick cooking spray or butter. Cook until golden brown on both sides, and enjoy!
How to Print the Labels
Once you download the gift tags, you'll be able to print out the labels to use when you make your own Pancake Mix Gift or just to use for your own kitchen.
I recommend printing the labels on card stock paper for the gift tags. Regular printer paper will be fine for the baking instructions.
Cut out the gift tags and attach them using using red and white twine. You now have a great hostess gift ready for all your holiday gift-giving needs.
Don't forget to confirm your email address to receive your free gift tags! Please check your spam or promotions folder for the confirmation email and click the button inside.
Storing and Freezing Tips
Pantry: Store the jars in a pantry or cupboard away from direct sunlight and heat is ideal. Make sure the jars are tightly sealed to prevent moisture from getting in.
Refrigerator: If you want to extend the shelf life, especially in humid climates, store the jars in the refrigerator. The cool temperature will help maintain the freshness of the ingredients.
Freezer: For even longer storage (up to a year), you can freeze the pancake mix. Make sure to leave about an inch of headspace in the jar to allow for expansion.
Ready for MORE Christmas Food Mason Jar Ideas?
If you love this idea you might also enjoy my Bulk Pancake Mix, (perfect for home breakfasts) or browse my Cookie Mix Gift Ideas for more homemade jar gifts.
Recipe FAQ's
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A pancake gift basket can include this Christmas pancake mix in a jar, a small bottle of pure maple syrup, a whisk or wooden spoon, festive napkins, and a holiday spatula. You can also add toppings like chocolate chips, sprinkles, or mini jam jars to make the basket feel extra special.
Each cup of pancake mix will make about 4–6 pancakes, depending on how big you pour them onto the griddle.
You can mix the batter ahead of time, but it’s best to use it within 12–24 hours. Store it covered in the refrigerator and give it a good whisk before cooking. The flour will absorb some of the liquid as it sits, so the batter may thicken, just add a little milk to loosen it if needed. The pancakes may not rise quite as much since the leavening starts activating once the wet ingredients are added.
A quart-size (32-ounce) mason jar works best for this recipe. It holds about 4 cups of pancake mix, which is the perfect amount for gifting and makes roughly 16–24 pancakes.
You can, but it’s best to keep add-ins like chocolate chips, sprinkles, or nuts in a separate small jar or container. Keeping them separate helps the mix look neater, prevents the add-ins from settling or melting, and makes the gift more appealing when packaged together.
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Christmas Pancake Mix in a Jar
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Ingredients
- 4 cups all purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 ½ tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
Method
- Combine all the ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the ingredients to a 32 ounce size mason jar.
- Add the mini chocolate chips to a 4 ounce mason jar.
- Print out gift tags and add to the jars.
- Attach the jars together using ribbon.
- Shake the pancake mix in the jar before measuring. You want to make sure all the ingredients are properly distributed and haven't settled before making the pancakes.
- Combine 1 cup pancake mix, 1 egg and 1 cup milk together in a mixing bowl.
- Whisk together until smooth, but being careful not to overmix.
- Heat a griddle and grease with butter.
- Using a ⅓ cup measuring spoon, pour the batter on the hot griddle.
- Sprinkle the tops of the pancakes with the chocolate chips.
- Cook until bubbles appear.
- Flip and continue cooking another minute or until the bottom side is golden brown.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Notes
- This recipe is enouth to make one 32 ounce size mason jar to use as one gift.
- Other stir-in's pictured are red and green M&Ms and Christmas sprinkles.
Olivia says
These turned out really good and are very versatile!! I have done the original version which is great. I have also done a version with half whole wheat half white flour....when the batter is mixed up, I've also added a couple scoops of pumpkin...or a big handful of shredded zucchini...or a mashed up banana and it's delicious and very foolproof! Thanks for the recipe.
Btw, family that I gave this as a gift to in a mason jar love it too!!
Lois says
Thank you for the wonderful review and 5-star rating! I'm so happy you enjoyed the recipe—and love that you’re sharing it as a gift!
Steph says
Possible to request the printable labels?
Lois says
Fill out the form in the recipe post or you can fill out the form here: https://walkingonsunshinerecipes.ck.page/9da41b2f6b
Sam says
This is super cute. I can't wait to gift these.
I cant seem to access the printables for the pancake tag and sticker. Can these be emailed to me?
Lois says
Check your email!
Sarah Lipsett says
I also can’t find the printable! Can I receive an email as well?
Lois says
There is a signup form to fill out in the section titled "How to Print the Labels." Please fill out that form and the printable labels will be emailed to you! Thank you!
Beth Turner says
Hello! I have filled out the form twice now but haven't received the printable labels. When I click download, an offer to purchase two ebooks automatically comes up, and there isn't another link to click on for the labels. Nothing has come via email. Please help!
Lois says
Hello Beth! 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 Bulk Pancake Mix in a Jar Gift Tags. If you are still having problems after confirming, please contact me at Loiswalkingonsunshinerecipes@gmail.com Thank you!
Colleen says
Thank You for the Free printable labels
Lois says
You're welcome!!! I have a sticker for the jars coming soon!!
Colleen says
What a Great item to put in a gift basket.
Can you use this same mixture for making waffles?
Lois says
No, it's just for pancakes...but maybe I'll create one for waffles!! Thanks for the idea!