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Valentines Day M&M Cookie Mix in a Jar!

February 6, 2014 By Heidi 4 Comments

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If you’re looking for a fun homemade Valentine’s Day gift to make, this Valentines Day M&M Cookie Mix in a Jar is just what you need!

Valentines Day MM Cookie Mix in a Jar

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On the hunt for a sweet and simple Valentine’s Day Gift?

Spread some love when you pass out this Valentines Day M&M Cookie Mix in a Jar!  It’s so easy to make and is the perfect homemade gift to share with your family, coworkers or even your boyfriend!

Valentines Day M&M Cookie Mix in a Jar

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What Your Frugal Friends are Saying About This Cookie Mix Recipe…

Kami writes: “I made these for my son to give to his teachers. So cute and fun!”

Valentines Day MM Cake Mix Cookies

What You’ll Need:

  • 1 box Betty Crocker Milk Chocolate Cake Mix {15.25 oz}
  • 1 bag Valentine’s Day M&M’s {12.6 oz.} ~ you’ll use 3/4 of the bag
  • one quart size Wide Mouth Mason Jar
  • Scrapbook Paper
  • Valentine’s Day Ribbon
  • Optional: Sticker Letters

Instructions:

  • Carefully empty the contents of the cake mix package into your quart-sized wide mouth Mason Jar, and gently pat down the top.
  • Pour in 3/4 of the bag of Valentine’s Day M&M’s.
  • Put the silver jar topper on top, place a round scrap of scrapbook paper on top, then screw on the jar’s lid. {or you could use a doilie like I did here}
  • Tie a little bow using Valentine’s Day Ribbon around the middle of the jar.
  • Optional: You could use Sticker Letters or even print the words ‘Cookie Mix’ like I did here.

Attach a Label with Baking Instructions:

  • Attach a label {or you can add the instructions to the top of the jar’s lid} with the following baking instructions.
  • Beat together 2 eggs and 1/2 cup Vegetable or Canola Oil in medium bowl.
  • Pour in entire contents of jar, and stir well with spoon.
  • Chill dough for 45 minutes in the refrigerator prior to baking.
  • Then, drop onto ungreased non-stick cookie sheet in rounded balls.
  • Bake for approx. 8 – 9 minutes {or until done} at 350 degrees.

What You’ll Need To Make this Gift in a Jar:

Quart Wide Mouth Mason Jar

Here’s what you’ll end up with ~ delicious Valentine’s Day M&M Chocolate Cake Mix Cookies!  {make a second batch for yourself with this easy recipe!}

Valentines Day MM Cake Mix Cookies

This Mason Jar Cookie Mix comes together in a snap, and makes a fabulous gift!

Now get inspired with even more fabulous Gifts in a Jar Recipes!

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Load up on inspiration with this HUGE List of Unique Gifts in a Jar Recipes!

75 Cake Mix Cookie Recipes – 5 Ingredient Recipes or Less

If you’ve got Cookie Monsters lurking around your house like I do, it’s time for some Cake Mix Cookies Recipes to the rescue!

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Filed Under: Gifts in a Jar, Recipes, Thrifty Gifts, Valentine's Day

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Comments

  1. Christine Howard says

    January 16, 2019 at 1:10 pm

    Hello! I just wanted to get your opinion if you thought this craft could be done with kids. It looks like a fairly easy craft so I was thinking for school age kids maybe ages 5-10?

    Reply
    • Heidi says

      January 22, 2019 at 8:33 pm

      Hi Christine ~ definitely… this is an easy project, and would be great for school aged kids!

      Reply
  2. Irma Levere says

    February 7, 2015 at 5:50 am

    I like your ideas.

    Reply
  3. Wendy Wright says

    February 10, 2014 at 3:27 pm

    With jars 50% off at Hobby Lobby and coupons for M&M’s and cake mix, I made these for about $5 each for teacher’s gifts!!

    Reply

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