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Easy Teacher Appreciation Brownie-Mix Gift Jars

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A thoughtful and practical gift idea for teachers, featuring a beautifully layered brownie mix in a jar that the recipient can bake themselves. This project comes together in under 15 minutes and uses simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed or natural)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (40g) white chocolate chips (optional)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil or melted unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) water

Instructions

  1. Prepare your workspace: Clear your counter and gather all ingredients and equipment.
  2. Layer 1 – Flour and Salt: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Pour into the bottom of a clean, dry quart-sized mason jar using a funnel. Tap the jar lightly to settle the flour evenly.
  3. Layer 2 – Cocoa Powder: Carefully spoon 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder into the jar on top of the flour layer. Spread evenly with the back of a spoon. Tap the jar gently to level.
  4. Layer 3 – Optional Add-Ins: If using, add 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, or 1/4 cup white chocolate chips. This creates a distinct middle layer.
  5. Layer 4 – Sugar and Baking Powder: In another small bowl, whisk together 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon baking powder. Pour into the jar. Gently press down with a spoon or tamper to compact the layer.
  6. Seal and Decorate: Place the lid on the jar and screw tightly. Decorate with fabric, ribbon, or twine as desired.
  7. Attach Instructions: Write or print the following on a gift tag: ‘Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan. Empty the contents of the jar into a large bowl. Stir in 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and 1/4 cup water. Mix until just combined. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool before cutting. Enjoy!’

Notes

Pack each layer down gently with the back of a spoon to keep layers distinct. Use a funnel to keep jar sides clean. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend. For vegan, use vegan chocolate chips and a flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water). Store un-baked mix in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.

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