Looking for a simple, last-minute holiday gift idea? This homemade Christmas granola gift in a jar is easy to make, easy to package, and perfect for sharing.
Don’t forget to add the finishing touch with my free printable gift tags.
Check out all the other Mason Jar Gift Ideas for even more delicious recipes to give as gifts this holiday season.
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Recipe at a Glance
Prep: 10 min | Cook/Bake: 20 min | Difficulty: Easy | Servings: About 5 cups
Main Ingredients: oats, honey, coconut, chopped pecans, vanilla
Best For: Homemade gifts, breakfast, or snacking
Make Ahead: Yes, can be made a few days in advance
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks
Free Printable Gift Tags
Make gifting even easier with my free printable gift tags. Just print, cut, and tie one onto your granola jar for a simple, holiday-ready presentation.
This recipe first appeared in 2014 and has been updated with new photos and helpful updates.
Table of Contents
- Recipe at a Glance
- Free Printable Gift Tags
- How to Package Granola for Gifts
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Directions
- Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
- Storage & Serving Tips
- Recipe FAQ's
- Looking for MORE Mason Jar Gift Ideas?
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- 🗒️Shopping List
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
How to Package Granola for Gifts
Homemade granola makes a thoughtful gift that’s perfect for snacking or sprinkling over yogurt for breakfast. It’s simple, practical, and something your friends and family will actually use and enjoy.
- Use mason jars to keep the granola fresh longer than plastic containers.
- Use a wide mouth funnel to fill the jars without making a mess.
- Let the baked granola cool completely before storing.
- Fill the mason jars with granola and seal tightly with the lid and ring.
- Decorate the jars with raffia and the printable gift tags.
- If you don't want to use mason jars, you could use cellophane gift bags. Just keep in mind that the granola will not stay as fresh as it will in the mason jar.
- If you want to keep the granola for your family, you can store it in an air-tight plastic container either in the pantry or refrigerator.
Looking for more Mason Jar Snack Gift Ideas? Try my Hugs Pretzel Snacks with Printable Gift Tags and or my Mason Jar Christmas Candy Gift Ideas.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
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Main Ingredients Needed
Below is a quick preview of the ingredients you’ll need. For exact amounts, check the recipe card below. You can also use the "Shopping List button" to create a printable shopping list, or the "Get Ingredients button" in the recipe card to order groceries online.
Substitutions and Variations
- Add mini chocolate chips to the mixture after baking like I do with my Coconut Pecan Chocolate Chip Granola recipe.
- Or you can add dried fruit like cranberries or raisins. Sunflower seeds are also a great addition!
- If you love peanut butter, you'll really enjoy this Homemade Granola recipe!
- Or try this easy-to-make Easy Homemade Granola Recipe.
- Using a large mouth funnel will help you get the granola into the mason jar without making a mess.
Step-by-Step Directions
This section includes step-by-step photos and instructions to guide you through the recipe. For the complete printable version, scroll down to the recipe card below.
Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the oats, nuts, and coconut. Pour in the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Line a large baking sheet with foil and spray with nonstick spray (or use parchment paper), then spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
Step 2: Bake the granola in a preheated 350°F oven, stirring every 5–10 minutes, until it turns a deep golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely, then stir in any add-ins like dried fruit, sunflower seeds, or mini chocolate chips before packaging.
Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
✔️ DO let the granola cool completely before storing so it stays crisp and crunchy.
❌ DO NOT skip stirring halfway through baking or the granola may brown unevenly.
Storage & Serving Tips
Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container to keep the granola fresh and crisp for up to one month.
Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for longer storage, then let it come to room temperature before using.
Serving Tips: Enjoy as a snack, over yogurt, or sprinkled on top of fruit or oatmeal.
Recipe FAQ's
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Yes, absolutely. This granola is a great make-ahead gift. You can bake it a few days in advance, let it cool completely, and store it in an airtight container until you’re ready to package it in jars and add the tags.
Homemade granola typically lasts for 2-4 weeks at room temperature when stored properly in an airtight container.
Yes, you can easily customize it. Once the granola has baked and cooled, stir in add-ins like dried fruit, sunflower seeds, or mini chocolate chips to match what you like or what you’re gifting it for.
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Christmas Granola Gift in a Jar (Easy Homemade Holiday Gift)
Equipment
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups oats
- ½ cup nuts
- ½ cup coconut
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup oil
- ¼ cup honey
- ⅙ cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the wet ingredients and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, nuts and coconut.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir to combine.
- Place the entire mixture on a large baking sheet that has been lined with foil and sprayed or you can use parchment paper.
- Bake in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and stir the granola. Then return the pan to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes.
- Take the pan out and stir again.
- You will keep doing this until the granola is nice and brown.
- Set your timer! Because, you could forget and end up with a huge mess on your hands.
- After the granola has cooled down, you can add dried fruit, sunflower seeds, mini chocolate chips; whatever is your favorite!
- Store in an air-tight container for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Make sure you allow the granola to cool completely before adding it to the mason jars.
- If you don't want to use mason jars, you could use cellophane gift bags. Just keep in mind that the granola will not stay as fresh as it will in the mason jar.
- If you want to keep the granola for your family, you can store it in an air-tight plastic container either in the pantry or refrigerator.
- ⅙ cup of water is 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons.
Donna @ Modern on Monticello says
Pinned! I have wanted to know how to make granola for some time and you have provided a delicious recipe to try out. Thanks for linking up this week. I always enjoy your recipes. #HomeMattersParty
Laura Plourde says
I submitted my e-mail and received the granola recipe, but the printable tags link will not open. Please send me an active link for the Homemade Granola tags. Thank you! 😊
Lois says
Please check your email. I sent them out to you this morning! Thank you!
Emily @ Life on Oak Hill says
Congratulations on being featured on Inspire Me Mondays this week! Thanks for sharing with us!
Tai East says
I love granola! I just pinned this. Will definitely give it a try. Thank you for sharing!
Lois says
Thank you!
Charmaine Anne MacDonald says
This is the perfect gift for any time of the year! Thanks for sharing! A healthy treat too.
Lois says
Thank you!!!
Shirley Wood says
Your granola recipe sounds both yummy and easy! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday. Pinned it to our party board. Merry Christmas!
Cheryl says
I like this idea, haven't seen this one!! Thank you!
Jessica Jarrell says
What a great idea! I love giving gifts in jars, especially to my foodie friends! 🙂