20 Delicious Meals You Can Make In A Mason Jar

Mason jar meals are colorful, healthy, and fun, and not to mention portable! You'll be surprised to find that so many of your favorite meals easily translate to a mason jar. Whether you want to try something totally new or take your tried-and-true favorite on the go, these mason jar munchies are perfect.

Burrito In A Jar

It may not sound like it works, but you really can have your Mexican favorite in a mason jar! Just fill it up with your favorite burrito fillings and chow down. Seven layers of healthy benefits and deliciousness all in a jar.

Parfait

Who doesn’t love a parfait? Create a delicious and healthy layered breakfast you can take on the go or eat at work. Add vanilla yogurt, your favorite fruits, and top it off with granola. Don’t be surprised if this easy meal becomes a daily thing!

Deconstructed Sushi

This layered lunch looks just as pretty as sushi for a fraction of the cost. Layer white rice, salmon or crab, cream cheese, cucumber, and avocado. Or add your own favorite sushi ingredients. Top it off with a little wasabi and soy sauce.

Corn Dogs

This kids classic just got a whole lot easier. Simply pour the corn bread batter into the jars then add the hot dogs. Bake for twenty minutes and serve!

Bacon And Eggs In A Jar

This one lets you add what you like more of into your breakfast. Start with 2 eggs, and make this your own recipe. You decide on quantities of cheese, fresh spinach, bacon and seasonings. A super simple way to eat your favorite breakfast on the go.

Chicken Pot Pie

Have a home cooked meal in half the time. What better way to heat up on a cold winter day than with a chicken pot pie? Make it in a mason jar ahead of time and freeze it to be ready for those cold temps ahead.

Lazy Lasagna

No pots and pans required for this delicious dish. Satisfy your lasagna craving with this amazing mason jar meal. Simply boil some wide egg noodles and fold a mixture of ricotta, egg, Parmesan, mozzarella, and salt into them. Then put the stuffed noodles into a mason jar, top with more of the cheese mixture and some marinara, and bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.

Shrimp Feta Salad

This is a wonderful ‘create ahead’ salad in a jar. When those summer days heat up, simply pull out of refrigerator and enjoy. Shrimp layered with veggies makes a cool summertime treat.

Pizza In A Jar

These pizza jar meals are perfect for kids’ parties. Kids love to make their own things, and pizza tops most of their favorite food lists. These are great to make ahead and bake when ready.

Blueberry Pancakes

These delicious pancakes can be cooked in a microwave. The preparation is easy and fast. Minimal utensils, cookware and time makes for a great start to your day.

Chocolate Eclair Cake

Want a dessert that melts in your mouth? With just some graham crackers, vanilla pudding, cool whip, milk, butter, and cocoa, you can create these wonders in a jar.

Caprese Salad

Looking for a simple, quick and no mess salad? Create this caprese salad in a jar. Mix some arugala and basil with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, black pepper, and cherry tomatoes.

Cinnamon Rolls

These delicious teeny tiny baby cinnamon rolls can be taken along on the go. Being able to refrigerate up to one week or frozen for 6 months, they can also provide you with a wonderful breakfast treat to keep on hand. These mason jar munchies will also make wonderful lunch box treats.

Chili And Cornbread

Two all time favorites together in a jar. Chili baked with cornbread on top provides a quick, convenient warm up. Mix a little sweet with a little heat.

Strawberry Cheesecake

A no bake treat giving you the taste and texture of cheesecake. Just line the bottom of the jar with a mixture of graham crumbs, sugar, and butter, then top that with a mixture of beaten cream cheese, condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla. Top it with strawberries and let it chill in the fridge for 2 hours before you enjoy.

Breakfast Casserole

Simple casserole type breakfast in a jar. This casserole contains breakfast favorites of sausage and biscuits. Make the day before and your morning will be that much less stressful.

Wheat Berry Apple Salad

Perfect recipe, balancing sweet and savory in a jar. Measurements not needed. Just add cooked wheat berries, chopped apples, dried cranberries, minced scallions, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar together to satisfy your tastes.

Asian Noodle Salad

What a perfect lunchtime salad. Veggies stay nice and crunchy for a week in a sealed jar. Layer soba noodles, rice noodles, edamame, bell peppers, carrots, and green onions in a mason jar. Top it wih some spicy peanut dressing for the perfect treat.

Toasted Oats

A crunchy version of oats and nuts with some chocolate added make this mason meal taste like candy. Dried cranberries will add flavor and color. Cinnamon and nutmeg bring in spice, while dry roasted almonds give you crunch and a healthy meal.

S’Mores In A Jar

An iconic summertime treat in a take along version. A quick broil of the marshmallows, and you have a no bake dessert for any gathering. Just put a mixture of curshed graham crackers, butter, and salt in the bottom of the jar, and then top it with a mixture of semi-sweet chocolate, marshmallow creme, eggs, butter, and flour.

Citrus Chicken And Orzo Salad

Counting calories? This jar meal is under 500 calories. Using some left over chicken, veggies, and citrus dressing makes you a healthy lunch favorite.