mason jar sugar cookie mix

mason jar sugar cookie mix is a perfect party gift!

This mason jar sugar cookie mix came about thanks to one of my most pinned posts – this mason jar cookie mix.

And I get it.

It solves so many “what do I make/give?” situations, and looks like it was a lot more work than it actually is. A win-win, for sure.

I’ve been wanting to make a scaled-down version for a while now – one that uses pint instead of quart-sized jars – and came upon the perfect recipe to try.

Mason Jar Sugar Cookie Mix l sherisilver.com

These sugar cookies are VERY forgiving, and don’t require any chilling of the dough. It’s a breeze for kids to roll out, and bakes up a small batch of perfect cookies every time.

Mason Jar Sugar Cookie Mix l sherisilver.com

You can switch up the cookie cutter, and substitute the sprinkles for any toppings you like, making this a perfect idea for party favors, Valentine’s Day celebrations or teacher gifts!

Mason Jar Sugar Cookie Mix l sherisilver.com

You can click here for the printable recipe to accompany the jars, along with the labels I created for the lids.

And don’t forget to re-use that mason jar!

Mason Jar Sugar Cookie Mix l sherisilver.com

Mason Jar Sugar Cookie Mix

For every one-pint jar, you will need:

1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup white sugar
1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
a cookie cutter

Combine the flour, baking soda and salt in a small bowl – pour into your mason jar (I found a canning funnel to be VERY useful – especially since I was making a bunch of these! I got one for $2 at Chef Central). Pour the sugar and sprinkles into two separate baggies; add to the jar and seal. Use ribbon or twine to attach the cookie cutter to the jar.

And here’s what you’ll need to make the cookies!

1/2 stick unsalted butter (4 tablespoons), at room temperature
1 large egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 – 2 tablespoons milk or water

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Carefully remove the bags of sugar and sprinkles from the jar; place the sugar into your mixer bowl.

Add the butter to the sugar in your mixer bowl and beat till light and fluffy. Add the egg yolk and vanilla and beat again. Add the flour mixture and beat till just combined. Roll out dough between 2 pieces of wax or parchment paper, about 1/8″ – 1/4″ thick. Use your cookie cutter to cut out shapes. Gather scraps, re-roll and cut out more shapes. Place about 1″ apart on your cookie sheets (you can freeze for 5 – 10 minutes if your kitchen is warm and/or the dough seems very soft). Bake for 8 – 10 minutes, or till cookies are golden brown around the edges. Transfer to a wire rack set over a piece of foil; cool completely.

Make the glaze by whisking the powdered sugar and milk together, adding more of each ingredient if necessary, till glaze is thick yet pourable. Place sprinkles in a shallow bowl or dish.

Dip the top of each cookie in the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off. Return to rack and top with sprinkles. Let set completely before serving.

(print this recipe)


This delicious recipe brought to you by Sheri Silver
https://sherisilver.com/2018/09/21/mason-jar-sugar-cookie-mix/

Looking for more mason jar inspo?

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Mason Jar Snacks and Meals

And you’ll find more foodie giftskid stuff and cookie recipes over on Pinterest!

Mason Jar Sugar Cookie Mix l sherisilver.com

4 Comments

  1. molly marie lloyd on October 28, 2020 at 4:21 pm

    About how many medium size coolies would you get from this recipe?

    • sherisilver on October 28, 2020 at 6:56 pm

      Depending on your cookie cutter between 12 and 24!

  2. Kelly on April 29, 2023 at 7:56 pm

    How could this be done without egg? I want to do an 8 Oz jar and half an egg isn’t realistic for kids

    • sherisilver on April 29, 2023 at 9:17 pm

      I’m not sure as I’ve never done it that way before! Why don’t you make a test batch without the egg and see how it turns out!

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