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My young one enjoys putting these together for gift-giving. I’ve tried it, and it’s awesome.

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1-quart mason jar

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts or candy (optional)
  • Directions:

    1. Layer ingredients in the jar in the order listed for a pretty striped effect.
    2. Seal the jar tightly.
    3. Add a tag with baking instructions:

    “To make: Pour entire jar into a bowl. Add 1 egg, 1/2 cup melted butter, and 1 tsp vanilla. Mix well. Scoop onto a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes.”

    1. Decorate the jar with ribbon, fabric, stickers, or a cute gift tag.

    🎄 Perfect for Any Occasion

    • 🎁 Christmas: Festive cookie jars or cocoa kits with candy canes
    • 🧼 Mother’s Day: Spa jars with calming lavender scrubs
    • 🎉 Birthdays: Celebration kits with confetti, treats, and a tiny candle
    • 🍎 Teacher Gifts: Snack jars or tea-time kits
    • 💗 “Just Because”: A cheerful jar of sunshine filled with lemon treats or bright notes

    💡 Final Thoughts

    If you’re looking for a fun, screen-free activity that helps kids tap into their creativity and learn the joy of giving, these DIY gift jars are a game-changer. They’re simple, thoughtful, and genuinely fun to make. Plus, the recipient gets something that’s made with love—and that’s the best kind of gift there is.

    I gave it a try—and now I’m hooked. My kitchen counter has become a mini gift factory, and honestly? I wouldn’t have it any other way.


    Want more fun giftable recipes or easy DIY ideas for kids? Just say the word! 🎀✨