Create a thoughtful and easy Mother’s Day cookie mix in a jar gift with this simple layered recipe that’s perfect for sharing.
This mason jar baking mix makes a beautiful and practical gift, complete with a printable tag and instructions so Mom can bake fresh cookies anytime she wants.
Check out all the other Mason Jar Gift Ideas for even more fun ideas!
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Table of Contents
- Recipe at a Glance
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
- Free Printable Gift Tags
- How to Bake Cookies from the Mix
- Recipe FAQ's
- Cookie Storage
- More Mason Jar Mixes and Recipes to Love
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- 🗒️Shopping List
- 📖 Recipe Card
- Grab Your Copy of the Mason Jar Recipes eBook
- 💬 Comments
Recipe at a Glance
Prep: 10 min | Difficulty: Easy | Servings: 1 jar (32 oz.), yields about 24 cookies
Main Ingredients: flour, sugar, white chocolate chips, macadamia nuts
Why You’ll Love It: Simple to assemble, easy to gift, and includes everything needed to bake fresh cookies at home.
Best For: Mother’s Day gifts, homemade presents, and make-ahead baking mixes.
Equipment Needed: 32 oz mason jar, wide mouth funnel, tart tamper.
Looking for more easy cookie recipes Mom will love? Try my Peanut Butter Cookies from a cake mix or my collection of Mother's Day Cookie Recipes.
Main Ingredients Needed
Below is a quick preview of the ingredients you’ll need. For exact amounts, check the recipe card below. You can also use the "Shopping List button" to create a printable shopping list, or the "Get Ingredients button" in the recipe card to order groceries online.
Ingredients for the Mason Jar Mix Cookies.
Ingredients needed to bake the White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies.
Substitutions and Variations
Switch up the mix-ins: Use semi-sweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, or a mix of your favorites instead of white chocolate chips.
Try different nuts: If you’re not using macadamia nuts, chopped walnuts or pecans work well in this recipe.
Make it nut-free: Simply leave out the nuts or replace them with extra chocolate chips.
Change the flavor: Add a teaspoon of almond extract or coconut extract for a slightly different flavor profile.
Customize for gifting: Layer in colorful sprinkles or themed candies to match holidays or special occasions.
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: Add the flour to the mason jar.
Step 2: Then add the baking soda and baking powder on top.
Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
✔️ DO: Pack each layer firmly using a tart tamper, small spoon, or the back of a measuring cup so everything fits tightly in the jar.
❌ DO NOT: Skip wiping the inside of the jar or packing the layers, or the mix may look messy and leave air pockets.
Step 3: Add the sugar.
Step 4: Tap the ingredients down using a tamper tart tool or a flat head potato masher.
Step 5: Add the white chocolate chips.
Step 6: Then add the macadamia nuts.
Step 7: Add the mason jar lid and then place the fabric over the lid. Attach the printed gift tag with twine.
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 pretty ribbon or twine. You now have a great gift.
- Fill out the form below to have the gift tags emailed to you!!! 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.
How to Bake Cookies from the Mix
Use the instructions below to turn your cookie mix into soft, freshly baked cookies:
- Cream together the egg, butter and vanilla.
- Fold the ingredients of the mason jar into the wet ingredients until combined.
- Use a cookie scoop and dollop the cookie dough onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 8 - 10 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before removing them to a cooling rack.
Recipe FAQ's
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If stored properly in an airtight jar, the ingredients can be stored for up to 3 months.
Cookies that are easy to make and have a longer shelf life, such as chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, sugar, and snickerdoodle, are great options.
Cookie Storage
Jar Storage: Store the sealed cookie mix jar in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months. Keep it away from heat and moisture to maintain freshness.
Pantry: Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Separate layers with parchment paper to keep them from sticking.
Freezer: Freeze baked cookies in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
Thawing: Let cookies sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before serving.
More Mason Jar Mixes and Recipes to Love
Looking for more Mason Jar Mix Recipes? Try my Brownie Mix in a Jar, Mason Jar Hot Chocolate or my Bulk Pancake Mix.
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Mother’s Day Cookie Mix in a Jar Gift
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup Macadamia nuts
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter; softened
- ½ tablespoon vanilla extract
Method
- Add the flour to the mason jar. Then add the baking soda and baking powder on top.
- Pack the ingredients in tight using either a tamper tart tool or a packing utensil.
- Clean the inside of the jar so there is no excess flour. You want to see a straight line of flour.
- Add the sugar in using a funnel. Pack this in as well.
- Add the white chocolate chips in on top and gently pack them in. Do not press too hard or they will start to break.
- Finally add the macadamia nuts on top.
- Add the lid, place the fabric on top and secure with string. Add the recipe card.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the egg, butter and vanilla.
- Fold the ingredients of the mason jar into the wet ingredients until combined.
- Use a cookie scoop and dollop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet with about an inch in between each cookie.
- Bake for 8 - 10 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown. Remove the tray from the oven.
- All the cookies to rest on the baking tray for 10 - 15 minutes before removing to a cookie rack to finish cooling.
Nutrition
Notes
Tips
- This recipe will fill one standard 32-ounce mason jar.
- Pack each layer firmly using a spoon or tart tamper so the ingredients fit neatly in the jar and create clean, even layers.
- Wipe the inside of the jar with a damp paper towel as you go to keep the layers visible and defined.
- Use a wide mouth funnel to make filling the jar easier and less messy.
Storage & Make Ahead
- Store the sealed jar in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
- Once baked, keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- The jar can be assembled in advance, making it a simple and convenient gift option.
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Kerryanne says
Lois, I'm delighted to be featuring this fun recipe in my Mother's Day favourites this week at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather... and pinning too.
Paula says
Lois, what a fantastic gift idea! Thank you for sharing this recipe and detailed instructions with Sweet Tea & Friends Link Up this month.
Joy McDonald says
This sounds delicious! I love the idea of gifts in a jar, but have never made any!! I'll save this one to make one day for sure! Thanks for joining in on Home Matters Linky Party! I will be featuring your post this week! #HomeMattersParty xx
Julie says
How lovely, and great instructions too which cover everything. Thank you for sharing with us at Handmade Monday 🙂
Lois says
Thank you for visiting!
Jennifer Wise says
I think jar recipes are such a great gift! I ran a series of jar recipes on one of my blogs a couple of years ago. I think they're great! I love macadamia nuts, too, so this one sounds delicious to me. Pinning to save and share! Visiting from the Love Your Creativity linkup.
Lois says
Thank you for the comment and visiting. I love mason jar recipes...I have a ton on my site!
Belinda Meador says
Where do I find the recipe card to print for the cookies.
Lois says
Add your email address to the signup card towards the top of the post. You will receive a pdf of the printable gift tag with recipe in your email!