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Cake in a Jar Recipe

Cake in a Jar Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful experience of our Cake in a Jar Recipe, where individual cakes meet portability and creativity! These charming desserts are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a party, attending a picnic, or looking for a unique gift idea. Each jar can be customized with your favorite flavors and colors, making them as special as the people you share them with. With minimal cleanup and an easy preparation process, this recipe is designed for bakers of all skill levels. Let your imagination run wild as you layer fluffy cake with smooth frosting in your favorite mason jars—these sweet treats are bound to impress!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
  • 2 tbsp canola oil
  • ⅓ cup milk (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup rainbow sprinkles
  • For Frosting: 1 stick unsalted butter, 1.5-2 cups powdered sugar, ½ tsp vanilla extract, and milk for consistency

Instructions

  1. Clean mason jars thoroughly and let them dry.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, and baking powder.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg whites, canola oil, milk, and vanilla to the butter mixture; mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
  6. Fold in rainbow sprinkles gently.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Fill mason jars halfway with batter and bake for about 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. For frosting, beat together butter and powdered sugar with vanilla and milk until desired consistency is reached.
  9. Once cooled, layer frosting between cake layers in each jar; top with extra sprinkles if desired.

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