In my second video of The 12 DIY Gifts of Christmas, I am showing you three different jar gift ideas for Christmas presents. I love these gifts because they are perfect for friends, neighbors and co-workers. You can give them on their own, or create a gift basket using the jar and some other fun items that go with it.
In the first gift, I use a mason jar to share a cookie recipe. All of the dry ingredients for the cookies are layered in the glass jar, and then you give that to the recipient with a card that explains what needs to be added (butter, eggs and vanilla) and the cooking specifications. I packaged it in the jar with some ribbon and bells tied on the top.
The second gift is for a delicious Buttermilk Dressing Mix. This takes several herbs and seasonings mixed together, and the directions for the recipient to add a tablespoon of the dressing mix to 1/2 cup of mayonnaise and 1/2 cup of buttermilk. This makes a great dressing for salads or a delicious dip for veggies.
My third gift idea is for a mochaccino mix. I used a glass reusable water bottle to contain the ingredients in this mix. It uses instant coffee, cocoa, sugar and powdered milk and makes a cozy, frothy drink. You can package this bottle in a little basket with a mug and some marshmallows or a little ornament.
All of these gifts can be packaged really cute, and they make the perfect simple gift that you can make for a group of people on your list this year!
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Below are the recipes and some links to some of the products you may like to use.
Malted Milk Crunchies - In a 1 quart mason jar - amzn.to/3X6WS7n
layer:
1/2 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups Malted milk powder - amzn.to/3tDSlvo
2 cups flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions to go with cookie jar:
3/4 cup (1-1/2 sticks) butter, softened
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Empty contents of jar into large bowl.
Add butter, eggs and vanilla.
Beat on low speed until dough is thoroughly mixed. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased cookie sheet and bake for approx 12 min, or until edges lightly brown.
Remove from oven and let cookies cool on cookie sheet for 1 minute, then transfer to cooling rack. Makes approx 2-1/2 dozen.
Farmhouse Buttermilk Dressing Mix
In a small bowl, mix:
1-1/2 tbls dried parsley
1 tbls salt
1-1/2 tsp dried, minced onion
1-1/2 tsp oregano
1-1/2 tsp tarragon
1-1/2 tsp garlic powder
1-1/2 tsp black pepper
1-1/2 tsp dried cilantro
Combine the ingredients and package in small airtight container with these instructions:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 tbls. Dressing Mix
Combine in small bowl with wire whisk. Chill until ready to use.
Merry Mochachino Mix
Combine these ingredients in a bowl and blend well. Then pour into glass container to give to friends.
Reusable Glass Water Bottle - amzn.to/3UMC1EL
1 cup sugar
2/3 cup cocoa
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
2 tbls instant espresso or coffee
1/2 cup dry milk
Mix makes 2-1/4 cups. Package into bottles, tins or bags with the following instructions:
Mix makes 10-12 servings
3-4 tbls mochaccino mix
3/4 cup milk
Combine mochaccino mix with milk in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer. Whisk and heat until smooth and frothy.
I hope these ideas will inspire you to DIY some of your DIY gifts this Christmas! Also, be sure to check out my website and blog for more holiday recipes and ideas.
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