Get into the holiday spirit with this adorable Reindeer Cookies in a Jar gift idea!
Packed with all the dry ingredients you need to whip up a batch of festive cookies, this ready-to-go gift is perfect for spreading cheer.
Make sure you get the FREE printable gift tags at the bottom of the post to make your gift-giving a breeze!
Check out all the other Mason Jar Gift Ideas for even more delicious recipes to give as gifts this holiday season.
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Looking for the perfect gift to spread holiday cheer? Look no further than our Reindeer Cookies Mason Jar! This delightful
The mason jar has everything perfectly measured and arranged for convenience. Simply follow the included recipe, add egg, vanilla extract and butter and a few minutes later, you'll have a batch of scrumptious reindeer cookies!
These delightful cookies are just what you need to make Santa's visit on Christmas Eve extra special! Why not create a Santa Placemat to add a touch of magic to the cookies and milk? Enjoy!
Looking for more Reindeer Desserts for the holidays? Try my Reindeer Cookies, Reindeer Pretzels or my adorable Reindeer Cupcake Cake with free printable template.
Table of Contents
- Reindeer Mason Jars
- Get the Mason Jar Gift Mixes for the Holidays BUNDLE
- 🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Ingredients
- Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Kitchen Tools Spotlight
- Add the FREE Printable Labels
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Recipe FAQ's
- Storage Tips
- Try these recipes next...
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Reindeer Mason Jars
- Wide mouth mason jars are recommended, but regular mason jars work just as well. In fact, that's what I use most of the time.
- Use a wide mouth funnel when filling mason jars to ensure neatness.
- Utilize a tamper tart tool to pack down each layer before adding the next ingredient.
- Remember to include instructions on how to bake the cookies to ensure your gift recipient can enjoy them!
- If you don't want to use the printable toppers, try a fabric square! You can find Christmas themed fabric squares on Amazon.
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Printable gift tags included for each recipe!
🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
Ball Regular Mouth 32-Ounces Mason Jar with Lids and Bands, Clear,(Pack Of 2)
Santa’s Cookie and Milk Plate SetHPYNPES Christmas Sugar and Creamer Set - Ceramic, Adorable Snowman Design - Dishwasher and Microwave SafeRed Christmas Gnome 11 inch Air Tight Cookie Jar, Handpainted, Dishwasher Safe, Holiday Accent for Kitchen Counter
Ingredients
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.
Nature Valley Crunchy Granola, Oats and Honey, Resealable Bag, 16 OZ
Cascadian Farm Organic Granola, Dark Chocolate Almond Cereal, Resealable Pouch, 11 oz.Love Crunch Organic Dark Chocolate & Red Berries Granola, 11.5 oz (Pack of 6), Non-GMO, Fair Trade, by Nature's Path
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- You can swap the granola out for nuts like pecans or walnuts if you'd like.
- Try adding a fruit and nut granola or a chocolate granola to substitute the classic granola.
- Try my other recipe for Christmas Cookie Mix in a Jar.
- This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Layer each ingredient into a quart mason jar: flour, old fashioned oats, brown sugar, granulated sugar, semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, granola, then red M&M's.
Kitchen Tools Spotlight
Use a tart tamper tool to help get the pretty layers in the jar.
Use a wide mouth funnel to easily add ingredients to the jar.
Add the FREE Printable Labels
Step 2: Attach the reindeer printable gift tags and toppers on the lids and tie the instruction card on with ribbon.
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Recipe FAQ's
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The recipe fills one quart sized jar, and once baked, 2 dozen cookies.
For chewy cookies, use classic oat-based granola. For extra flavor, try fruit and nut or chocolate granola, but consider the sweetness and chunk size when choosing.
Storage Tips
Pantry: This cookie mix should stay good for at least 3 months as long as the jar stays sealed. Store in a cool, dry, dark place.
Freezer: You can freeze the cookie mix in the jar for up to a year.
Try these recipes next...
- Check out my other recipe for Oreo Reindeer Cookies.
- Or you might enjoy this recipe for Reindeer Christmas Cookies.
📖 Recipe Card
Reindeer Cookies in a Jar
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Ingredients
- 1 quart size mason jar
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup old fashioned oats
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup granola
- 24 red M&M's
Method
- Mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a small mixing bowl.
- Old fashioned oatmeal, brown sugar, granulated sugar, semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, granola. Add the red M&M's on the top.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together ½ cup softened butter, 1 egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Add the ingredients from the mason jar except for the red M&M's.
- Mix well and drop onto a cookie sheet that's been lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes.
- Allow the cookies to cool for 30 seconds and then place one red M&M in the center of each cookie for Rudolph's nose.
Joanne says
A fabulous gift idea!
Lois says
Thank you Joanne!
Melinda Dickinson says
What kind of granola?
Lois says
Great question! While you can really use any kind of granola you like in this recipe, I would stick to a classic granola. I'm going to update the post with a few different options! Thanks for reaching out. I hope you enjoy making this to give as gifts this holiday season.