Description
Cake in a Jar is a delightful layered dessert that combines moist cake with creamy frosting, all beautifully presented in a jar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for chocolate cakes, optional)
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or applesauce for a lighter version)
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Your favorite amount of frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- N/A Jars for layering (e.g., mason jars)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder (if making a chocolate variant), baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well blended.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the vegetable oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
- Once cooled, crumble the cake into bite-sized pieces, or cut it into layers and carefully start layering in jars. Begin with a layer of cake, followed by a layer of frosting. Repeat the process until the jars are filled, topping with a final dollop of frosting and desired toppings.
- Place the assembled jars in the refrigerator for a few hours (if possible) to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure jars are clean and ready for use.
- Feel free to customize with different flavors of cake and frosting.
- Chilling the jars enhances the flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Cake in a Jar, layered dessert, easy dessert recipe