Red Velvet Cake In A Jar offers a delightful new way to savor red velvet cake! Featuring strawberry cream cheese frosting, these miniature desserts are not only portable but also perfect for gifting and undeniably charming!
Red Velvet Cake In A Jar
When it comes to Valentine’s Day, the typical gifts often include “diamonds” and “bouquets of red roses.” While these gifts are lovely in a romantic comedy setting, many of us in reality may lack the funds—or the inclination—to present our loved ones with extravagant gemstones or excessively priced flowers.
However, who truly needs those clichés? This Valentine’s Day, I propose we bake our way into the hearts of our loved ones. After all, as the saying goes, cake is a girl’s best friend.
Red Velvet Cake In A Jar
This Valentine’s Day, I plan to gift these delightful mini Red Velvet Cake Jars, and if I may say so, they are essentially the ideal present for anyone. Their red and pink hues make them perfectly themed for the holiday and suitable for those we cherish.
Yet, they maintain a level of neutrality, allowing you to present them to your child’s teacher or colleagues without any awkward romantic implications. (Perhaps skip the heart-shaped embellishments if you aim for a completely platonic atmosphere.)
The only individuals for whom these treats may not be suitable are those who abstain from desserts, but when you consider it, are those who avoid sugar truly a positive influence in your life? Choose your friends wisely, is all I’m suggesting.
Why Opt for Cake in a Jar?
Undoubtedly, preparing a sheet cake is simpler than putting together individual jars filled with cake and frosting. So, what motivates this extra effort?
Cake in a jar is not only portable but also makes for a delightful gift and is undeniably charming.
Indeed, we achieve the dessert trifecta with this creation! It serves as a wonderful present, is easy to transport (perfect for picnics, perhaps?), and can anything be cuter than these tiny desserts?
I have encountered numerous cake-in-a-jar recipes, yet many require baking the cake directly in glass jars and simply adding frosting on top. The idea of layering cut pieces of cake with frosting is far more enticing to me, as it allows for better control over the amount of cake (and frosting, yum!) that goes into the jar.
For frosting enthusiasts like myself, cake in a jar is arguably the greatest innovation since sliced bread. Hold on, scratch that; cake in a jar is FAR SUPERIOR to mundane sliced bread. It strikes the perfect balance of cake and frosting, which I consider the ideal ratio.
To elevate these jars a bit, I opted for strawberry rose cream cheese frosting instead of the usual cream cheese frosting. This variation is fruity, with a subtle floral note that pairs beautifully with the tangy cream cheese.
The strawberry powder imparts a robust, tangy berry taste and a lovely pink hue, all without the need for food coloring! (However, let’s not get too carried away with self-congratulation, as there is indeed a fair amount of food coloring in the red velvet cake.)
Ingredients for Cake in a Jar
Now, let’s discuss the necessary supplies! I purchased my jars from The Container Store (which I adore!), but there are numerous alternatives available on Amazon, and I have included one example below. Additionally, decorative cups or ramekins can be used if you do not plan to transport them and do not require a lid.
I experimented with two different sizes: 2-ounce jars and 4-ounce jars. I initially thought I would prefer the larger size (because bigger is always better, right?), but I was pleasantly surprised to find that I favored the smaller size.
The small 2-ounce jars serve as the ideal single portion for satisfying that craving for sweetness! By using 4-ounce jars, you can produce approximately 12 jars from the recipe; however, opting for the smaller jars allows for around 20, which translates to more for gifting and more for personal enjoyment!
Red Velvet Cake In A Jar
In the photographs, I filled some jars to the brim, but for gifting purposes, it is advisable to leave some space for securely placing the lid on top. The jars can be adorned with heart-shaped candies, gummies, or simply Valentine’s-themed sprinkles!
Red Velvet Cake In A Jar
In contrast to cupcakes or even slices of cake, cake in a jar remains fresh for a longer duration, owing to the ample frosting between the layers and the airtight seal of the jar. Therefore, this is an EXCELLENT option for a dessert that can be prepared in advance. I estimate that they can remain good for at least a week, likely closer to two weeks, when stored in the refrigerator; however, to be truthful, ours did not last that long. Enjoy!
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Recipe Notes
You may prepare these in jars of any size; however, I suggest opting for smaller jars, specifically 2-ounce or 4-ounce containers. If you choose to use 2-ounce jars, you will yield approximately 20 servings, whereas using 4-ounce jars will provide around 12 servings.
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Ingredients
- 1 package red velvet cake mix
- 1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 3 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips
ICING:
- 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1 tablespoon 2% milk
- 16 half-pint jars
Directions
Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan.
Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions, adding pudding mix before mixing batter, and folding 1 cup chocolate chips into prepared batter.
Transfer to prepared pan. Bake and cool as package directs. Cut into 1/4-inch cubes.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and vanilla until blended. Gradually beat in confectioners’ sugar and milk until smooth.
In each of 16 half-pint jars, layer 1/2 cup cake cubes, 1 tablespoon icing and 1 tablespoon remaining chocolate chips.
Repeat layers.
Refrigerate leftovers.
Cool. Enjoy the Red Velvet Jar Cake recipes !!!
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