Step 1

To make your gift jars, layer all ingredients listed under "jar ingredients" in order.

Step 2

Seal jars and decorate with ribbons, bows, etc.

Step 3

Before preparing pancakes, remove the peppermint candies from the jar and set aside.

Step 4

Empty remaining mason jar contents into a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Add wet ingredients (listed above under "additional ingredients") to bowl of dry ingredients.

Step 6

Whisk together until combined, but don't over-stir. It's ok to have a few small lumps.

Step 7

Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add 1-2 Tablespoons butter to pan.

Step 8

Once the butter is melted, add a 1/2 cup of the pancake batter to the pan and cook for 2 minutes, until the surface is covered in air bubbles, then flip and cook on the other side.

Step 9

Repeat with remaining batter.