5 Easy & Festive Homemade Gifts in a Jar!

One of our favorite Christmas traditions is to make homemade gifts in a jar. And the wonderful thing is, they’re as much fun to make together, as they are to give to others! Simply layer the ingredients of a treasured recipe in a jar, then add a festive ribbon and tag, and there you have it – a thoughtful gift made with love!

Homemade gifts make thoughtful, economical gifts for family and friends, as well as all of the other special people in your family’s life, such as teachers, coaches, neighbors, etc. They also make a wonderful “thank you” gift for the host or hostesses of any holiday parties you may attend.

To help you create some healthy homemade gifts to share with your family and friends, we’re sharing just a few of our favorite edible gifts perfect for bringing lots of delicious holiday cheer!

P.S. Check out “Healthy GF Gifts-in-a-Jar Recipes” for even more simple and delicious homemade gifts in a jar.

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter is one of the easiest & tastiest spreads to make. Plus, you’ll enjoy the delightful scent of those enticing pumpkin-spice aromas filling your home with their heartwarming scent! Then, spoon it into adorable little mason jars and add some pretty ribbons or twine for a sweet, wholesome gift everyone will love!

Spiced Holiday Nuts

These tasty Spiced Holiday Nuts really capture the aroma and flavor of the holiday season with just a hint of cayenne, giving them an extra kick of flavor. And, the best part is how easy this tasty gift is to make! Just add all of the ingredients to your slow cooker (or instant pot) and “voila” you’ve got the perfect homemade holiday treat.

Gingersnap Cookies in a Jar

Slightly crispy along the edges with a sweet-n-spicy chewy center, these scrumptious little gluten-free Gingersnap Cookies make a thoughtful holiday gift! Simply stack them in recycled mason jars and dress-them-up with festive ribbons and bows. Yum!

Strawberry Chia Freezer Jam

With just 5 wholesome ingredients and 15 minutes of time, you can create this delicious and healthy Strawberry Chia Fruit Spread that’s chock-full of fresh strawberry flavor! Then, simply spoon the jam into mason jars, add some decorative ribbon and you have a delightful homemade gift everyone will love!

Granola Bars in a Jar

Wholesome homemade granola bars are a real favorite! This easy Granola Bars in a Jar recipe layers-up beautifully to create a stunning gift-in-a-jar! And the best part is, these bars are super easy to make and only require a few standard ingredients nearly everyone always has on hand.