Jolly Holidays Jar Cookies
Bring festive cheer to your kitchen—or someone else's—with these delightful Jolly Holidays Jar Cookies! This easy and thoughtful DIY baking gift layers pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and semi-sweet chocolate chips alongside vibrant red and green holiday sprinkles in a charming 1-quart mason jar. Perfectly portioned to yield 24 cookies, the mix requires just a few simple additions—softened butter, a fresh egg, and a splash of vanilla—to create soft, flavorful cookies in under 15 minutes. Ideal as a last-minute holiday gift or a fun family baking project, these cookies deliver classic flavor with a colorful, seasonal twist. Decorate the jar with a festive ribbon or handwritten note for a personal touch, making it a unique and heartfelt present for cookie enthusiasts. Bake joy this holiday season with every bite!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups packed brown sugar
- 0.75 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cups red and green holiday sprinkles
Directions
Step 1
1. Gather a clean, 1-quart mason jar for layering the ingredients.
Step 2
2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3
3. Pour the flour mixture into the bottom of the mason jar and level the layer by gently shaking the jar.
Step 4
4. Add the granulated sugar as the next layer, spreading it evenly.
Step 5
5. Add the packed brown sugar, pressing it down gently but firmly to create a defined layer.
Step 6
6. Add the chocolate chips, spreading evenly over the brown sugar.
Step 7
7. Finally, top with the holiday sprinkles to create a vibrant and festive finishing layer.
Step 8
8. Seal the jar with a lid and decorate with a ribbon or tag, if giving as a gift. Include instructions: 'To bake, mix entire jar contents with 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.'
Step 9
9. As an optional step, include a small recipe card with baking directions and a personal holiday message.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 700.9 grams (700.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2750 |
| Total Fat 35.80g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat 21.50g | 108% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1480mg | 64% |
| Total Carbohydrate 608.50g | 221% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.40g | 48% |
| Total Sugars 428.40g | |
| Protein 27.10g | 54% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 123mg | 9% |
| Iron 12mg | 68% |
| Potassium 350mg | 7% |
Source of Calories