Mason Jar Desserts for St. Patrick’s Day

Every year, days before St. Patrick’s Day, I search my closet for something green to wear. St. Patrick’s Day—observed every March 17—is packed with parades, good-luck charms and all things green. The event began as a religious holiday in Ireland, but over time it’s become a celebration of Irish culture.

Although many people think of St. Patrick’s Day as a time to dress in green and drink green beer, others celebrate with green-themed foods. With that in mind, BOB wanted to share some favorite dessert recipes in Mason jars—perfect for your St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

Did you know? More than 100 St. Patrick's Day parades are held across the United States, with New York City and Boston hosting the largest celebrations.

Lime Sherbet Floats

Lime sherbet float in a mason jar with green paper straw for St. Patrick’s Day

Lime Sherbet Floats by Home Cooking Memories

These easy lime sherbet floats taste amazing and come together quickly for any St. Patrick’s Day party.

What you need:

  • Mason jars
  • 1 gallon lime sherbet
  • 1 two-liter lemon-lime soda
  • Paper straws

How to make them:

  • Fill each Mason jar with several scoops of lime sherbet.
  • Slowly pour lemon-lime soda over the sherbet—watch for foam!
  • Add a straw and enjoy your frothy green float.

Cake in a Jar

Green layered cake with icing in a mason jar for St. Patrick’s Day dessert

Cake in a Jar by A Million Moments

This sweet layered cake dessert is perfect for celebrating with a splash of green.

What you need:

  • Mason jars
  • White cake mix + eggs, water, and oil per package
  • Green gel food coloring
  • Cream cheese icing
  • Green sprinkles and chocolate chips

How to make them:

  • Prepare cake batter per box and tint with green gel color.
  • Bake a 1-inch-thick layer, then cool for 15–20 minutes.
  • Cut cake circles using a Mason-jar lid.
  • Layer cake and icing in the jar until full; finish with icing, sprinkles, and chips.

Mocha Mint Milkshake

Mocha mint milkshake topped with whipped cream and chocolate mints in a mason jar

Mocha Mint Milkshake by The Gunny Sack

A refreshing mix of ice cream, coffee, mint, and chocolate—ideal for an afternoon treat or after-dinner dessert.

What you need:

  • 4 cups mint chocolate chip ice cream
  • ½ cup chocolate syrup (+¼ cup for drizzle)
  • ½ cup cold strong coffee
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup chopped Andes mints
  • Whipped cream and paper straws

How to make them:

  • Blend ice cream, coffee, chocolate syrup, and milk until smooth.
  • Drizzle chocolate syrup inside Mason jars for a swirl effect.
  • Pour in milkshake, top with whipped cream and chopped mints.

Drop BOB a comment and let us know which dessert you tried—and how you made it your own!

If you’re looking for the perfect jars to create these desserts, BOB offers a 16 oz Mason Jar and a 26 oz Mason Jar. Or, request a free sample jar here.

Bon appétit!
BOB

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