Christmas Muffins in a Jar with Printable Gift Tag

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Making mason jar gifts is one of my favorite ways to celebrate the holiday season! That’s because a jar is the perfect container for treats and homemade goodies! With these Christmas muffins in a jar, your loved ones can make some holiday memories and prepare a sweet treat to enjoy on Christmas morning at the same time. Grab your free printable gift tag, then follow the instructions to layer your muffin ingredients in a mason jar to create a beautiful gift for anyone on your holiday shopping list

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In addition to being delicious, these chocolate chip muffins in a jar also look amazing when you follow my simple instructions! Layering the ingredients in the jar is a great way to add some visual interest to your mason jar Christmas gift.

This simple muffins in a jar gift is a great way to celebrate the holidays with your friends and family members. After you make the gift, give it to your neighbors, kid’s teachers, delivery people, or even your hair dresser!

Christmas Muffins in a Jar

To make this easy muffin mix in a jar gift, you’ll need just a few simple ingredients. And since most of the supplies you need to bake the muffins are already in the jar, your friend will only need three fresh ingredients to prepare the treats!

What I love about these muffins in a jar is how easy this gift is to make. And since they’re using a classic chocolate chip muffin recipe, you probably already have everything you need to build the Christmas muffin ingredients in a jar.

To make these easy Christmas gift, you’ll need:

• Flour
• Baking powder
• Cinnamon
• Brown sugar
• Vanilla extract
• Mini chocolate chips
• Red and green sprinkles

Note: I’ve made this recipe with both all-purpose flour and gluten free baking flour, so you can easily make this into gluten free Christmas muffins in a jar! Simply substitute the traditional flour with gluten free flour in a 1-for-1 ratio. I suggest using Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free baking flour for best results.

How to Layer Muffin Mix in a Jar

While you could just dump all the muffin mix ingredients into your jar, the gift wouldn’t look very nice! That’s why I like to layer the ingredients in the jar to make it look pretty.

But before you can start adding the ingredients to your mason jar, you’ll need to gather a few supplies. In addition to the muffin ingredients, you’ll also need a:

• Quart size canning jar. To build the muffin mix in your jar, you’ll need a large, quart-sized mason jar. I found this cute jar with a Christmas scene on the front at Dollar General.
• Canning funnel. Pouring the ingredients into your jar can get pretty messy, so I recommend using a canning funnel to add each ingredient. A canning funnel has a wider mouth than a traditional funnel, making it perfect for pouring in the dry ingredients.
• Printable gift tag. Keep reading to see how to download my free printable gift tag. The tag includes instructions for making the chocolate chip muffins using the jarred mix.
• Ribbon. Attach the tag to your jar with a piece of ribbon or twine to add one final decoration to your easy DIY gift.

The first layer of your cookies in a jar is they dry ingredients. Start by placing the canning funnel on top of the jar and carefully pour the flour into the jar. After that, add the baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to the top of the flour.

After adding your ingredients, you’ll notice that the flour is probably uneven and fluffy. Help flatten the flour layer by lightly tapping the jar on the table. This will help the flour settle, making the top layer of the dry ingredients more even.

Next, pour the brown sugar into the jar on top of the flour. After adding the brown sugar, you’ll probably think there’s not much room for the rest of the ingredients! Luckily, brown sugar can be packed.

To pack the brown sugar, remove the funnel from the top of the jar. Use a pastry tamper or spoon to pack the brown sugar down, creating an even layer. The brown sugar does not need to be completely packed to make room for the remaining ingredients. Just lightly pack it down to create an even layer on top.

Place the canning funnel back on the top of the jar, then pour the chocolate chips over the top of the brown sugar. Lightly shake the jar to even the chocolate chips out after they’ve been added.

I used mini chocolate chips in this recipe because I prefer them in my muffins. And while you could use full-sized chocolate chips, I have found that the mini chips fit better in the jar, too. Since you’ll be working your way up to the top of the jar at this point, there may not be enough room for your sprinkles if you use regular chocolate chips.

On top of the chocolate chips will go the red and green sprinkles to give your muffins a Christmas look. Simply add the sprinkles to the top of the chocolate chips and lightly shake the jar to even out the layers.

Christmas Muffins in a Jar Gift Tag

Once you have your muffin ingredients layered, it’s time to start decorating your jar for Christmas gifts! The most important decorative element is definitely the gift tag because it tells your gift recipient how to make the recipe.

To make your own Christmas muffins in a jar gift, you’ll need to print out my free gift tags. To get your own, simply subscribe to my email list, print them out on cardstock, and tie them to your jar.

AFTER SUBSCRIBING, YOU’LL RECEIVE A WELCOME EMAIL WITH A PASSWORD EXCLUSIVELY FOR MY SUBSCRIBERS. IF YOU DON’T SEE THE MESSAGE SHORTLY AFTER SUBMITTING YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION, BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR JUNK OR SPAM FOLDERS AND ADD MY EMAIL AS TO YOUR SAFE LIST! I’LL KEEP YOU UP-TO-DATE ON NEW FREEBIES AND OTHER POSTS AFTER THAT.

After downloading your printable tags, print them out on cardstock and cut the tags out around the outer border. Use a hole punch to punch a hole in the corner of the tag. After that, just thread a piece of ribbon or twine through the hole and attach the tag to the top of your jar with a bow.

How to Make Christmas Muffins

The printable Christmas cookies in a jar gift tag explains how to to use the muffin mix to prepare the recipe. But if your loved one has questions about the recipe, I’m here to help!

Here’s how to make the chocolate chip muffins using the jarred mix:

1. Beat together the milk, oil, and eggs until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the contents of the jar and mix on low until combined.
3. Scoop the batter into a muffin pan lined with liners.
4. Bake at 425 degrees for 5 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees and continue cooking for 12 to 15 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of the muffins comes out clean.

How Long Will Muffin Mix in a Jar Last?

This recipe for muffin mix in a jar will last up to 6 months, if it’s kept in a cool, dry place. If you’re preparing your jars ahead of time, make sure to keep the jars stored in a cabinet or pantry until you deliver your gift.

Once the muffins are prepared, they should be kept in an airtight container and will stay fresh for up to one week when stored at room temperature.

What Can I Add to Christmas Muffins?

This festive muffins are the perfect sweet treat for Christmas morning thanks to the delicious addition of chocolate chips and sprinkles! But that’s not the only mix-ins you can add to this classic muffin mix. If you’re looking for other muffin flavors to make, swap out the chocolate chips and sprinkles for these other interdients:

• Dried fruit, like cranberries or raisins
• Nuts, like chopped pecans or walnuts
• Flavored baking chips, like peanut butter, cinnamon, or caramel

Can I Make Gluten Free Christmas Muffins in a Jar?

These yummy muffins can easily be made gluten free! Just swap out the all-purpose flour in the recipe for gluten free flour. You can use your favorite brand, but I recommend Bob’s Red Mill 1 for 1 gluten free flour.

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