Children of all ages get a thrill from giving gifts to the adults in their lives and the gift is much more special when it is handmade. S'mores in a jar is a quick, easy, and inexpensive option. In fact, most of the ingredients are probably in the kitchen or pantry already. Younger children will need a little bit of assistance but older kids can complete this project with only minimal adult supervision. The best part is that this gift can be personalized for any season or occasion.

Materials for S'mores in a Jar

  • 1 Quart-size canning jar with lid and ring
  • 1 Sleeve of graham crackers (about 10 crackers)
  • 1.5 Cups of mini-marshmallows (or 8-10 Peeps holiday marshmallows)
  • 1.5 Cups of chocolate chips, seasonal M&Ms, or similar chocolate candies
  • 1/3 Cup packed brown sugar
  • Scrap of fabric, ribbon, stickers, paint pens, etc. for decorating and embellishing the jar (optional)
  • Card stock for printing the recipe (4 recipes per page)

Directions for S'mores in a Jar