Christmas Recipes in Glass Jars
Christmas is a time of intense flavours, special gatherings and meaningful gifts. At The Pack Stock, we believe packaging is not just a container, but part of the experience: beautiful, reusable and sustainable. That’s why today we bring you Christmas recipes in glass jars that don’t just taste great… they look spectacular!
Why choose glass jars for your Christmas recipes?
Glass jars are more than just a trend:
✔️ They preserve flavours and aromas better.
✔️ They are reusable and 100% recyclable.
✔️ They allow attractive and customisable presentations.
✔️ Perfect as edible gifts or decorative elements.
1. Layered Christmas Cookies (Ready-to-Bake Mix)
Ingredients (for 1 x 1 L jar)
• 200 g flour
• 100 g brown sugar
• 100 g white sugar
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 100 g chocolate chips
• 50 g chopped walnuts
Jar assembly
- Layer the dry ingredients: first flour mixed with spices, then sugars and baking soda, and finally chocolate chips and walnuts.
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Close the jar and decorate it with a label explaining how to bake it:
“Add 1 egg and 100 g melted butter. Mix and bake for 10–12 minutes at 180 °C.”
✨ Packaging tip: Use jute twine and a personalised kraft label for a rustic and elegant look.
2. Hot Chocolate
Ingredients (500 ml jar)
• 4 tbsp premium cocoa powder
• 6 tbsp powdered milk
• 3 tbsp sugar
• A pinch of cinnamon
• Mini marshmallows or white chocolate pieces
Jar assembly
- Mix cocoa, powdered milk, sugar and cinnamon.
- Fill the jar up to ¾ and top with marshmallows or white chocolate.
- Add a label with instructions:
“Heat 250 ml of milk. Add the contents of the jar and stir well.”
Ideal as a corporate gift or handmade Christmas detail.
3. Mini Apple Pie in a Jar
Ingredients (500 ml jar)
• 150 g chopped dried apple
• 50 g sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 60 g granola or crumble
• 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
Assembly
- Layers of apple + sugar + cinnamon.
- Add granola/crumble and walnuts.
- Close and label:
“Perfect for baking: bake at 180 °C for 10–12 minutes or enjoy cold with yoghurt.”
Added value: A transparent jar with well-defined layers instantly stimulates appetite.
4. Festive Salad in a Jar
Layer ideas
- Base: dressing (honey mustard vinaigrette)
- Chickpeas or cooked quinoa
- Chopped cucumber and red pepper
- Cubed feta cheese
- Pomegranate or dried cranberries
- Toasted walnuts or almonds
Tip: Keep the dressing at the bottom and delicate ingredients on top to prevent sogginess.
✨ Tips for Choosing the Perfect Jar
Size and shape
• Small (125–250 ml): perfect for condiments, chocolates or mini desserts.
• Medium (500 ml): ideal for baking mixes, salads or cookies.
• Large (1 L+): premium gifts or complex layered recipes.
Conclusion
Christmas recipes in glass jars are not only delicious, but also memorable in presentation and added value. Whether you’re preparing a gift for a client, a detail for a friend or a collection for your shop, The Pack Stock jars are the perfect canvas for culinary creativity and sustainable packaging.
Ready to fill your jars this holiday season? 🎁
