This easy-to-make homemade Mason Jar Cake Mix comes together quick with pantry items you already have on hand! It's not only easy but it makes a great gift!
Especially with the FREE Printable Gift Tags included at the bottom of the post. With just a little bit of prep work, you can have a ready-to-use mix on hand that guarantees consistently amazing results.
Check out all the other Mason Jar Gift Ideas for even more delicious recipes.
This Homemade Cake Mix is just enough amount of dry mix to bake a 13×9 cake, 18-24 cupcakes or you can use the dry mix to make cake mix cookies.
It's also the perfect pantry staple for those times when you need a little extra to adjust for those pesky size differences found in boxed mixes these days.
Say goodbye to recipe mishaps and hello to perfectly proportioned cakes every time!
Looking for more Mason Jar Mix Recipes? Try my Brownie Mix in a Jar, Mason Jar Hot Chocolate, and even my Waffle Mix in a Jar. Yum!
Table of Contents
- Recipe Notes
- How to make Homemade Chocolate Cake Mix?
- Can you use this cake mix for other recipes?
- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Ingredients
- Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Expert Tip
- How to Bake a Cake with the Dry Cake Mix
- Before You Begin!
- Frosting Recipes
- Storing and Freezing Tips
- Try these recipes next...
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Recipe Notes
- Use fresh ingredients. Baking powder and baking soda may gradually lose their effectiveness over time. Check the dates on both before using them in this recipe.
- Sift the dry ingredients, including flour, baking powder, and salt. This process helps to eliminate lumps and guarantees a uniformly blended mixture, resulting in a smoother and more evenly baked cake.
- Use a wide mouth funnel to add the ingredients to the mason jar. It will make it easier to pour dry ingredients into the narrow neck of a mason jar without creating a mess or spilling.
- Label the container with the date. This will help maintain freshness and convenience.
How to make Homemade Chocolate Cake Mix?
You can easily turn this into a delicious chocolate cake. Simply add ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder to the dry mix. When you're ready to make the cake, simply mix in your wet ingredients.
Can you use this cake mix for other recipes?
Besides a traditional cake, you can bake cupcakes, cake mix pancakes, cake mix cookies, bar cookies, and even use the cake mix as a cobbler topping.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
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Canning Funnel, Food Grade Stainless Steel Canning Funnels with Strainer, Wide Mouth Funnels for Kitchen Use, Canning Supplies Kit for Wide and Regular Mason Jars - 3 Pack (Small and Large)Chicago Metallic 5233128 Professional Non-Stick 3-Piece Round Cake Pan Bakeware Set, GrayWilton Perfect Results Non-Stick Oblong Cake Pan Set - Bake, Transport and Serve a Delicious Cakes, Brownies, Casseroles, 3-Piece, 13 x 9-Inch
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Ingredients
This is an overview of the ingredients and instructions. Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact quantities, detailed instructions and special notes.
Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Substitute the all purpose flour with cake flour for a more tender cake.
- For a chocolate cake, add ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder to the mix.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine the flour and sugar.
Step 2: Add in the baking soda and baking powder.
Step 3: Mix in the salt and whisk to combine all the ingredients.
Step 4: Fill the Mason jar and attach the instruction card with twine.
Expert Tip
Use a wide mouth funnel to easily add the dry cake mix to the jar.
- Widely Applicable: The kitchen funnels set of 3 includes three sizes of large medium and small,The foldable funnel is not only for canning and mason jar, but also for liquid bottles to transfer spices, nuts, beans, powder, liquid and solid particle.
How to Bake a Cake with the Dry Cake Mix
Step 5: Combine the cake mix and the wet ingredients listed on the card until well combined.
Step 6: Bake the cake in a 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Cool then frost!
Before You Begin!
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Frosting Recipes
- For the photos in this recipe post, a store-bought frosting was used.
- However, check out the homemade frosting recipes used for my German Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Brownie Cake or my Chocolate Cupcake Surprise that features a homemade chocolate peanut butter frosting...yum!
Storing and Freezing Tips
Pantry: Store the mason jar in a cool, dry place for several months to a year. It's always a good idea to check for any signs of spoilage, such as a strange odor or the presence of insects, before using the mix.
Freezer: Homemade cake mix can be freeze dried as long as it is completely dry and free from added liquids or perishable ingredients for up to 3 months. Freezing may affect the effectiveness of baking powder or baking soda over time.
Try these recipes next...
- Check out my other recipe for Homemade Peppermint Brownie Mix in a Jar.
- Or you might enjoy this recipe for Movie Night Gifts in a Jar.
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Mason Jar Cake Mix
Ingredients
For the Mason Jar Mix:
- 1 ¼ cups all purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
To Bake the Cake:
- ½ cup milk or buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable or canola oil
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
To make the Mason Jar Mix:
- In a medium bowl, combine all the dry ingredients.
- Store in a sealed quart sized jar or air-tight container
To make cake or cupcakes:
- Combine cake mix and wet ingredients until well combined.
- Pour batter into a greased 9x13 pan or divide into cupcake liners.
- Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes for the cake or 15-20 minutes for the cupcakes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool completely and frost as desired.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients. Baking powder and baking soda may gradually lose their effectiveness over time. Check the dates on both before using them in this recipe.
- Sift the dry ingredients, including flour, baking powder, and salt. This process helps to eliminate lumps and guarantees a uniformly blended mixture, resulting in a smoother and more evenly baked cake.
- Use a wide mouth funnel to easily add the dry cake mix to the jar.
- Label the container with the date. This will help maintain freshness and convenience.
- For the photos in this recipe post, a store-bought frosting was used.
- However, check out the homemade frosting recipes used for my German Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Brownie Cake or my Chocolate Cupcake Surprise that features a homemade chocolate peanut butter frosting...yum!
Donna Jacobs-Cancik says
This is a great idea for a quick & easy cake to throw together when you have it ready in the jars for unexpected guests coming.
Whats the icing you used-Is it home made also- can you share it with me?
Lois says
Thank you! I updated the recipe post to list a few different homemade frosting options!
Cindy@CountyRoad407 says
I love this idea!!! Thank you for sharing it with us on Farmhouse Friday. Featuring it this week. Hope you link up again soon. pinned