Mason Jar Cake Mix

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

• Choose How to Download Your Gift Tags with Jar Toppers
• Cake in a Jar Dry Ingredients
• Helpful Kitchen Tools
• Main Ingredients Needed
• Substitutions and Variations
• Step-by-Step Instructions
• Expert Tip
• How to Bake a Cake with the Dry Cake Mix
• FREE Printable Gift Tags
• LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
• Frosting Recipes
• Storing and Freezing Tips
• Try these Recipes in a Jar next...
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• 💬 Comments

Cake in a Jar Dry Ingredients

• 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.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

Wide Mouth Mason Jars 32 oz [4 Pack] With mason jar lids and Bands, mason jars 32 oz - For Canning, Fermenting, Pickling - Jar Decor - Microwave/Freeze/Dishwasher Safe.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

 

Main Ingredients Needed

Step-by-Step Instructions

How to Bake a Cake with the Dry Cake Mix

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 in a Jar 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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