Brownie Mix in a Jar – Holiday Gift Recipe
This Brownie Mix in a Jar is a delightful and thoughtful holiday gift, combining dry ingredients layered attractively in a mason jar. Easy to assemble and perfect for gifting, it comes with simple baking instructions to create rich, fudgy brownies at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 1 quart jar mix, makes 9-12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
Add-ins
- ¾ cup chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Stir thoroughly until all dry ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Layer in Jar: Carefully pour the mixed dry ingredients into a clean quart-sized mason jar. Make sure to pack down lightly for an even layer.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Top the jar with the chocolate chips or chunks, creating a visually appealing final layer.
- Seal and Gift: Close the jar with its lid, decorate with a festive ribbon, and attach a tag that includes baking instructions for the recipient.
Notes
- Ensure the jar is tightly sealed to keep the mix fresh for up to 3 months.
- Shake the jar gently before baking to mix the ingredients if they settle.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for the best flavor.
- The recipient will need to add wet ingredients such as eggs, oil, and vanilla to bake the brownies (instructions should be included on the gift tag).
- To customize, substitute chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruit if desired.
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