Making any gift-giving occasion even more special with a homemade gift. A homemade pancake mix gift, such as this apple cinnamon pancake mix, is the perfect DIY gift idea!
How To Make Pancake Mix Gift
I love giving homemade gifts. They're just more special! And as a bonus, they're also cheaper. That's especially true when it comes to gifts in a jar!
You can make a huge variety of different gift ideas, but food is always a top choice.
If you've been reading this site for any length of time, you probably know how much I like sharing homemade gift ideas. It should come as no surprise that I would include some gifts in a jar in my handmade gift series.
This apple cinnamon pancake mix in a jar is perfect for anyone on your gift-giving list. I have even included free printable labels (along with the recipe below) for you to create your own pancake mix gift in a jar quickly and easily.
Supplies Needed To Make Pancake Mix Gift Jar
- Quart-Sized Mason Jar
- DecoArt Gloss Enamels Paint
- Paintbrush
- Free Printable Pancake Mix Gift Labels (see below)
Ingredients Needed For Pancake Mix
- 3 cups flour
- 4 tsp cinnamon
- 2 1/4 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp baking powder
- 1 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup diced dried apple pieces
Free Printable Pancake Mix Gift Labels
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Step 1: Paint Mason Jar
I wanted my gift to also be useful long after the pancake mix was gone. So I decided to decorate the jar! That way, it would look nice when given and could be used as a vase or a special jar after using the pancake mix.
I did a little paint-dipped technique on my jar before filling it with the mix. Just grab some DecoArt Gloss Enamels in true red
Then, paint a few coats on the outside of the jar as shown below, allowing it to dry between coats. The final touch is to bake the jar to cure the paint before adding your pancake mix.
Step 2: Add Pancake Mix To The Mason Jar
Mix all of the recipe ingredients together, then add them to a wide-mouth quart-sized mason jar. This recipe creates the perfect amount of mix to fill the jar to the top.
Step 3: Attach Printable Tags To Mason Jar
Once your jar is filled, attach the printable labels to your jar. The first label is the name of the mix. The second label (that I put on the back) has the instructions for using the mix to make pancakes. You can pull up the printables for the rest of the recipe if you just want to make some pancakes!
TIP: I used glue dots to attach my labels so they would not be permanent and could be removed from the jar once the mix was finished.
Step 4: Decorate Mason Jar Lid Band
I used washi tape around the lid band as a quick and easy way to give it another pop of red and a finished look.
In case you were wondering how this mix tastes, I did make some pancakes! And, they turned out delicious. The instructions serve 5 and use about 1/2 of the mix at a time. I prefer mine with a drizzle of syrup. YUM!
This handmade gift is super simple to make and will put a smile on your recipient's face. How many people will you treat to an apple cinnamon pancake mix gift in a jar?
FAQs About Pancake Mix Gift
If you have questions about making this pancake mix gift, I have answers for you! Please leave your question for me in the comments if you don’t see it already answered below.
Did you Clean The Mason Jar Before You Painted It?
Yes! Before you paint your jar or add the pancake mix, make sure you clean the mason jar on both the outside and inside.
Do I Need To Paint The Mason Jar?
No, you don't! I just wanted the jar to be an additional gift after the pancake mix was gone. However, you don't have to paint the jar if you don't want to.
Where Is The Rest Of The Pancake Recipe?
The recipe for the pancakes is on the free printable tag. To download the tag, scroll up to the section titled ”Free Printable Pancake Mix Gift Labels” and enter your email address into the box.
5 More Food In Jar Gifts
If you love this homemade pancake mix gift in a jar, you'll love these other food in a jar gifts!
- Easy Soup in a Jar Gift Idea
- S’Mores Mason Jar Gift Idea
- Bread in a Jar Recipe: Banana Dark Chocolate Bread
- Snack Mix in Jar Gift Idea
- Milky Way Cookies – the BEST Cookie Mix in a Jar
Love this, going to make these, we eat pancakes often for our breakfast, sometimes for our supper. Could I substitute another fruit if apples not available or just want a change? Thanks so much for labels.
This sounds like a great gift. I plan on making several. Thx. for all the goodies
It looks perfect, I am sure it tastes perfect and Double sure that it is super Delish! Great Job Angie. Loving this to bits! The pancake mix looks heavenly !
Much Love
Jessica x
Hi Angie…
I’m not on Instagram, but I wanted to tell you, love your ideas and love your Blue Heeler! We have two. Are you on any Blue Heeler Facebook pages?
We love them too Connie! I am not on any facebook pages for them however.
Where is the rest of the recipe?
You can find the rest of the recipe on the printable 🙂
I don’t see the whole recipe where is it and what? Eggs, water , milk ?
In the blog post there is a box where you enter your name and email address. The download file is free and will be sent directly to your inbox. The download has the different labels including the one with the full instructions and recipe 🙂