Gram's Chocolate Mason Jar Cake Recipe is sustainable, thoughtful, fun, and budget friendly.
Simply grab your ingredients and jar from Gram and follow the instructions below:
Chocolate Mason Jar Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 1000ml Gram jar
- Decorative string (for decoration)
- Instructions card or tag with baking instructions
Instructions for Layering the Jar:
Preparation: Clean and dry the mason jar thoroughly.
Layering the Ingredients: Start by adding the dry ingredients to the jar in the following order:
- Bottom layer: Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. Pour this mixture into the jar.
- Next layer: Add the cocoa powder evenly on top of the previous layer.
- Top layer: Add chocolate chips as the final layer to the jar.
Sealing the Jar: Close the jar tightly with the lid.
Decorating the Jar: Use decorative string to adorn the jar attractively. Attach the baking instructions card or tag with a nice string or ribbon.
Baking Instructions (to be written on the instruction card/tag):
Additional Ingredients:
3/4 cup rice bran oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract or beans
1 cup water (or milk for a richer taste)
Baking Process:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
- Empty the contents of the jar into a mixing bowl.
- Add the oil, eggs, vanilla, and water (or milk) to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving.
This adorable Mason Jar Cake not only makes for a charming gift but also a convenient way to prepare a delicious homemade dessert!