If you are looking for the perfect last-minute gift or maybe want to show off your brand, a ceramic mug can make the perfect container for a unique gift. Ceramic mugs have so many uses! The receiver of your gift will love having a functional container rather than something they will just throw away.

Below are a few ways that you can up your game and use a ceramic mug as a gift container:

1. Cake in a Mug

If you know the person you are giving a gift to has a sweet tooth, they will love a cake in a mug gift! Simply fill the mug with all of the ingredients that you need to make a mug cake. You can even include a printed recipe card. You can even add a decorative bow to the handle to make the mug resemble a present. This gift is perfect for any occasion.

2. Mug Planters

We all have that one friend who just doesn’t love coffee or other hot beverages. That doesn’t mean that you cannot gift them a mug. Many people love having indoor plants. A ceramic mug is a perfect size planter for small bedrooms, offices, and apartments. Once you choose your plant, fill the very bottom of the cup with small rocks or pebbles for drainage. Then fill the cup with dirt to the top and add your plant. You can even tie a custom message to the handle rather than giving a card. This is a great gift for Mother’s Day, Easter, or any spring occasion.

3. Hot Chocolate

Hot chocolate is a classic beverage that makes the perfect gift for kids or adults. You can include hot chocolate packets or specialty hot chocolate mixes. Consider adding marshmallows and a candy cane for stirring. You can even find edible chocolate-covered spoons for an extra special touch. A recipe card and bow can be attached to the handle of the ceramic mug. This makes the perfect gift for the holidays, but can also be used on a chilly winter day.

No matter how you choose to fill your ceramic mug, the receiver will love their unique gift. A ceramic mug is the perfect usable gift container. If you’ve ever used ceramic mugs as gift containers what did you fill them with? Tell us in the comments.