Cake in a Jar

Perfect for gifting or enjoying on the go, these individual-sized Cake in a Jar treats offer layers of moist cake and creamy frosting in a portable jar. Easy to make, customizable, and utterly delicious!

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword birthday cake, cake

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 45

Servings servings

Calories 828kcal

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter softened - unsalted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup whole milk
1 cup frosting of your choice

Assorted toppings (sprinkles, chocolate chips, crushed nuts, etc.)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease the inside of each mason jar with cooking spray or butter and set aside.
Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Set aside.
Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl, until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared mason jars, filling each jar about halfway full.
Place the filled mason jars on a baking sheet and transfer them to the preheated oven.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean.
Remove the jars from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
Once cooled, spread a layer of frosting on top of each cake in the jar. Add your favorite toppings to decorate.
Screw the lids onto the jars and store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Nutrition