Brownie Mix

A mason jar full of layered ingredients, with granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and chocolate chips.

This easy homemade brownie mix is made with only a few pantry ready ingredients, and is such a fun way to share a homemade gift with your friends, and neighbors during the holiday season.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: brownie mix, brownies, chocolate

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 35

Servings: brownies

Calories: 219kcal

Equipment

1 pint sized mason jar (also listed as 16 oz)
Printable Brownie Gift Tags
Bakers Twine or Ribbon

Ingredients

For Dry Mix:

1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

For Making the Brownies:

2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil (or canola oil)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

For Dry Mix:

In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, and chocolate chips. 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup all purpose flour, 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp baking powder, 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Pour the mixture into a pint sized mason jar (16 oz) and seal with the lid, or into a ziplock bag.
Attach a printed tag, or write the baking instructions on the jar.

For Layering:

Add the layers one at a time to the jar, alternating based on color if desired. Add the granulated sugar, and press it down with a spoon.
Repeat by adding the cocoa powder, then chocolate chips.
Mix the flour with the salt and baking powder and add it last to the jar.
Close the jar and seal.
Attach a printed tag, or write the baking instructions on the jar.

For Making the Brownies:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Liberally grease an 8x8 or 9x9inch pan, or line it with parchment paper, and set it aside.
Add the dry brownie mix to a large bowl and whisk together.
Add in the eggs, oil, and vanilla and stir well until combined. 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 tsp vanilla extract
Spread the mixture into the prepared pan.
Bake for 22 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick can be inserted and comes out clean.

Notes

Mocha Flavor - You can add up to 1 teaspoon of instant coffee or espresso powder to the cocoa layer, or mixed brownie mix to make an extra strong chocolate flavor!

Nice layers - To create a pretty presentation in the jars, press each layer down as you add it with a rubber spatula, then tap the jar on the counter slightly to settle the layers evenly.

Don't forget the tag - Don't forget to include a gift tag to make sure your loved ones can prepare their brownies when the time comes! Include the required extra ingredients (2 eggs, 1/2 cup oil, and 1 tsp vanilla extract), and how to prepare and bake up the brownies!

Bigger Batch - If you want to store bigger batches of homemade brownie mix for yourself you can. Double or triple the recipe and store it in a ziplock bag or container. Scoop our 14 oz of the mix when you're ready to make, and follow the baking instructions as directed.

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