Description
Delightful and convenient Cake in a Jar recipe that combines the ease of boxed cake mix with the charm of individual mason jar servings. Perfect for parties, gifts, or a fun dessert treat, this recipe guides you through baking moist, flavorful cakes directly in jars and topping them with your favorite frosting.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients
- 1 box of cake mix (any flavor)
- 1 cup of water
- 1/3 cup of vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
Frosting
- 1/2 cup of frosting (any flavor)
Additional
- 6-8 small mason jars (or any glass jars with lids)
- Cooking spray or butter (for greasing jars)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Jars: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease the inside of each mason jar with cooking spray or butter to prevent the cake from sticking during baking.
- Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix well following the cake mix box instructions until the batter is smooth and uniformly blended.
- Fill the Jars: Pour the prepared cake batter into each greased mason jar, filling them about halfway to allow space for the cake to rise as it bakes.
- Bake the Cakes: Place the filled jars on a baking sheet to stabilize them. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a cake; if it comes out clean, the cakes are done.
- Cool the Cakes: Remove the jars from the oven and allow the cakes to cool completely inside the jars to avoid condensation and sogginess.
- Frost the Cakes: Once cooled, top each cake with about 1/2 cup of frosting. Use a piping bag for a neat finish or a spoon to spread the frosting evenly. For a layered look, alternate adding cake layers and frosting inside the jar.
- Seal and Serve: Place the lids on the jars to keep the cakes fresh. Serve these charming individual cake portions directly in the jars, making them convenient and visually appealing.
Notes
- Be sure not to overfill the jars to prevent batter overflow while baking.
- Use oven-safe jars to avoid cracking during baking.
- You can customize the cake and frosting flavors to suit any occasion or preference.
- Letting the cake cool completely before frosting ensures the frosting won’t melt.
- Store the jar cakes in the refrigerator if not consuming immediately, and bring to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
