Nothing says “I love you” like a homemade gift, and this Valentine’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix in a Jar, makes it easy!
Whether you’re surprising a sweetheart, treating a friend, or making a fun family craft, this cookie recipe is the perfect way to spread love and sweetness.
Discover even more Valentine's Day Recipes to create sweet, love-filled treats that are perfect for sharing with family, friends, or that special someone!
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With layers of a classic chocolate chip cookie ingredients, red, white and pink M&M candies, this DIY gift is as beautiful as it is delicious.
Just add the FREE printable gift tag with baking instructions, and you have a heartfelt homemade present that’s easy, affordable, and sure to be enjoyed.
Looking for more Easy Desserts perfect for Valentine's Day? Try my Strawberry Shortcake Mason Jar, this Mason Jar Cake with Strawberries, and even my Brownie Mason Jar Recipe. Yum!
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Mason Jar Mix Recipes
Table of Contents
- Mason Jar Mix Recipes
- Why You'll Love this Recipe
- Kitchen Tools Spotlight
- Recipe Ingredients
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Quick Tip
- Free Printable Gift Tags
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Recipe FAQ's
- Storage and Reheating Instructions
- More Recipes You'll Love!
- Printable Gift Tags and MORE!
- 📖 Recipe Card
- Food Safety Tips:
- 💬 Comments
Why You'll Love this Recipe
Easy to Assemble: Just layer the dry ingredients in a jar, attach instructions, and the gift is ready.
Shelf-Stable: Keeps well for several weeks, so you can bake the cookies when you want to.
Customizable: Choose different mix-ins like chocolate chips, festive sprinkles, or nuts.
Thoughtful Gift: This makes a great gift for Valentine's Day without requiring immediate baking.
Fun for Kids and Adults: Kids will love putting these jars together to hand out to family, friends and teachers.
Recipe 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.
Substitutions and Variations
- Replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free 1:1 baking flour blend.
- Swap out the M&Ms for Valentine's Day sprinkles.
- You can also swap out the pink, red and white M&Ms and use a different color combination for different holidays or celebrations.
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: Use a wide mouth funnel to help you add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt for the first layer in a quart sized mason jar.
Step 2: Add the cooking oats on top of the flour layer.
Step 3: Then add the Valentine's Day M&M's.
Step 4: Add the white chocolate chips on top of the M&M's.
Quick Tip
Layer the dry ingredients in the jar in a specific order. Use a tart tamper, a small spoon or the back of a measuring cup to pack down each layer to ensure that the ingredients fit tightly in the jar. This will prevent air pockets and keep the ingredients fresh.
Step 5: Pour in the dried cranberries.
Step 6: Then add the brown sugar layer.
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.
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Step 7: Finally, add the granulated sugar as the last layer in the jar.
Step 8: Complete the jar with festive ribbon and the recipe tag.
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Recipe FAQ's
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For most cookie mix in a jar recipes, a 32-ounce mason jar is ideal. It holds enough dry ingredients for a standard batch, usually making about 24 cookies. If you're making a smaller batch, a 16-ounce jar can work, but ingredient amounts may need adjusting.
Mason jar gifts with dry mixes can be made in advance by using fresh ingredients, sealing the jar tightly, and storing it in a cool, dry place. For the best presentation, add a decorative ribbon and attach a gift tag with baking instructions and a suggested use-by date (typically 3-6 months).
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Room Temperature: Store a mason jar with cookie mix in a cool, dry place away from heat and moisture to keep the ingredients fresh.
More Recipes You'll Love!
Check out my other recipe for Valentine's Day Cookies. Or you might like this recipe for Valentine Strawberry Cake Mix Cookies.
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Valentine's Day Cookie Mix in a Jar
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Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cup all purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cooking oats
- ½ cup Valentine M&M's
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Equipment
Method
- In a clean, dry mason jar, add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt as the first layer. Lightly shake the jar to level the ingredients.
- Add the remaining ingredients in the following order: cooking oats, Valentine’s Day M&M's, white chocolate chips, dried cranberries, brown sugar and finally granulated sugar.
- Secure the lid tightly to keep the ingredients fresh.
- Decorate with a printable jar lid and attach a gift tag with baking instructions.
- To bake the cookies, please refer to the printable gift tag.
Nutrition
Notes
- This recipe will make 1 jar of cookie mix. When prepared with the wet ingredients listed on the gift tag, you should be able to bake 24 cookies.
- Layer the dry ingredients in the jar in a specific order. Use a tart tamper, a small spoon or the back of a measuring cup to pack down each layer to ensure that the ingredients fit tightly in the jar. This will prevent air pockets and keep the ingredients fresh.
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Let us know how it was!Food Safety Tips:
- Bake goods to their recommended internal temperature, typically 165°F (74°C) or higher for safety.
- Use separate utensils and surfaces for raw ingredients, especially eggs, to prevent cross-contamination.
- Wash your hands thoroughly after handling raw dough or eggs.
- Avoid leaving baked goods or raw dough at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave the oven unattended while baking.
- Choose oils with a high smoking point to minimize the release of harmful compounds.
- Ensure good ventilation when using a gas stove when using an oven or gas stove to maintain a safe cooking environment.
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