20 Easy And Time Saving Mason Jar Recipes

Nowadays, people are always on the go and most of the time in a hurry. Through the years, the world has become more and more innovative that people discover so many ways to make their daily tasks easier and better. For many working professionals and students, this innovation has to involve cooking and preparing food for everyday survival. Enter the rise of mason jars.

If you aren’t in the loop yet – did you know that there are plenty of things you can do using mason jars in terms of food preparation? Nope, they’re not just for decorations or for beautifying your food before posting a photo of it on Instagram. It’s more than that.

Mason jars are great for food or meal storage. You can prepare much of your food ingredients before the work week starts and store them in a mason jar. Your food will likely stay fresh longer compared to when you store it in a plastic container.

Mason jars are also better for the environment, cheaper, and do not have harmful chemicals that may get into your food. Aside from that, they’re easier to transport because the lids fit or seals better, thus preventing unnecessary spills. If you plan to bring your salad jar, for example, in the office or school, you can easily place the jar in your bag since it holds up properly compared to a plastic container.

Are you ever wondering how to eat salad in a jar? You don’t have to! Because the whole point of the jar is for you to properly store your food and transport them easily when you’re on the go. When time comes you have to eat your food, just dump it in your plate or bowl. Easy!

But salads are not the only thing you can prepare in a mason jar. There are a whole lot of easy mason jar recipes waiting to be discovered and yes, in most cases, you can actually eat straight from the jar! It depends on what exactly you are preparing.

Mason jar recipes are great for events and gatherings too because you can prepare exact portions ahead of time depending on the number of guests you have.

To give you more ideas, here are 20 quick mason jar recipes you should definitely try making. Perfect for when you’re always on the go or even when you just want to prepare some no-bake recipes. You will love these for sure. Don’t say you weren’t warned! 😉

 1. Strawberry Chocolate Yogurt Parfait

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This isn’t just a delicious meal; it’s also super easy and fun to make. It doesn’t take much of your time. Just layer yogurt and granola then top with chocolate bits and strawberries. Perfect! You can make it the night before and bring it with you to your office the next day if you’re in a hurry. Sounds conveniently delicious to me! Get the recipe here.

2. Teeny Tiny Baby Cinnamon Rolls

Think cinnamon rolls in a jar. Isn’t that enough to keep you dreaming of a hearty meal? Pack some teeny tiny baby cinnamon rolls in mason jars through this super easy and quick recipe.

3. Wheat Berry Apple Salad

This recipe can easily be a favorite picnic food. It’s super easy to put the ingredients together, pack and store in a jar, and go. What more could you ask for?

4. Sweet and Spicy Chili with Cornbread Topping

This epic recipe is perfect for a cold and drizzly weekend while watching your favorite tv show and acting like a complete couch potato. Okay, that’s really just an example. But you can prepare and eat it at just about any time and any day you like.

5. Barbecue Sundae Supper

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You will be delighted to find out about this recipe, which according to the author, is both darling and practical for feeding a crowd. Well, we couldn’t agree more. Ready to pull it off? Get the recipe here.

6. Creamy Chicken, Apple, and Cashew Salad

A meal with protein, all natural carbohydrates, and fat – this creamy chicken, apple, and cashew salad will help keep you focused and energized throughout your busy day. The good thing about this recipe is that you can always replace or substitute with other ingredients whichever are available for you at the moment.

7. No-Bake Key Lime Pie

This tropical summer pie in a jar is truly a treat. It’s very easy to make and makes about 4 servings, but of course you can always adjust. You can choose to eat it right away or chill it overnight and devour it the next morning. Either way is a great idea!

8. No-Bake Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Trifles

Blueberry and lemon is a delicious flavor combination so this no-bake cheesecake recipe will definitely not disappoint. You can even directly consume it from the mason jar. Hmmm, yummy!

9. No-Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies

This deliciously awesome pies are not just another dessert in a jar because really, they look so yummy! Why are they even called “grasshopper” pies? Well, there’s the green color, which made it just more fun and all so beautiful. Okay, maybe you should just go check it out yourself.

10. Roasted Sweet Potato and Quinoa Salad

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Sweet potato and quinoa? Sounds good! Try whipping up this salad for extra fiber that will make you stay full and satisfied for a longer time. Yup, that’s right so no need to grab unnecessary calories for the rest of the day.

11. Spinach and Avocado Salad

There’s really nothing much to do for this salad. Simply layer spinach, tomatoes, cucumbers, goat cheese, avocado, dried cranberries for sweetness, and even more spinach. You’re done!

12. Bacon and Eggs in a Jar

Who says mason jars are only for salads and desserts? Apparently, you can use them for a million other things including the timeless bacon and eggs breakfast combo. Easy, quick, and delicious. If you ever need an idea, hop on over here to see how it’s done.

13. Apple Pie Pancake

“Soft, sweet cooked apples, plump and juicy raisins, crunchy walnuts, and a fluffy pancake laced with ribbons of apple butter” are the exact words of the author of this simple recipe. This apple pie pancake in a jar is pure happiness especially to apple pie and pancake lovers out there! With lots of cinnamon on top, this is a perfect breakfast meal or even a quick snack.

14. Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese

The unexpected combo of macaroni and cheese is exactly what makes this recipe unique and intriguing. You’ll likely be surprised with how fun this is. And for sure, your family and friends will be delighted too. Mac and cheese lovers will even rejoice!

15. DIY Instant Noodle Cups

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Everybody wants and needs noodle cups at one point or another. But not all are healthy. These do-it-yourself noodle cups are genius! You just pack all the necessary (and healthy) ingredients in a jar then pour hot water once you’re ready to consume it. Read more about it here.

16. Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread

Also known as Monkey Bread in a Jar, this sweet cinnamon pastry is an amazing treat. It’s not only delicious, it smells so good too. You can never resist it as soon as you see and smell it fresh from your oven. Here’s how.

17. Mason Jar Hummus and Veggies Snack

This homemade snack in a jar is packed with healthy and yummy ingredients. It’s definitely very easy and quick to prepare too. The next time you run out of ideas on how to include veggies in your diet, you should try this jar recipe.

18. Chilled Corn Peach and Basil Buttermilk Soup

Chilled corn and peach basil buttermilk soup makes a great picnic snack. This is best for family or friends get together. Rich in taste and low in fat – this buttermilk soup is one for the books.

19. Shepherd’s Pie in a Jar

This is a super fun recipe! It’s a great meal on the go – breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snack, it doesn’t matter anymore because once you see how good it is, you probably won’t stop. You’ll get hungry just by looking at it.

20. Chia Pudding

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This recipe is extremely easy but full of healthy benefits. It’s also gluten and dairy-free. Chia seeds have earned the superfood title with its amazing benefits despite its size. They’re rich in fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids.

This is best prepared the night before and enjoyed the day after. Get the recipe here.

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So what’s your plan for your next recipe? Which one are you making next?