I grew up on the basic boxed brownie mix, as did my sister, and I have to agree it's hard to beat the convenience when you're hit with the "ohmygosh, I need a brownie NOW" craving - but as I grew older (and admittedly more "foodie-like"), I began to notice the slight "off" flavours the premade mixes carried. Nothing overly offensive, but a cardboardy undertone and a one-note, too-sugary sweetness eventually drove me out of the store-bought mix camp permanently and into the kitchen. To keep the convenience factor of the inspiration, I began to whip up my own brownie dry mixes - first as Christmas gifts for friends with baking aspirations (but little kitchen experience), then as a way to be able to whip up a batch of fudgy, homemade bars for my (uber-brownieholic) sister in less time than it took her to drive home from her part-time home in Guelph. Like all the "mix" recipes in Shaina Olmanson's book Desserts in Jars: 50 Sweet Treats that Shine, it's classic, simple, reliable and above all, delicous!
This week’s #SundaySupper is all about Desserts in Jars, inspired by Shaina Olmanson’s cookbook (see my review of Desserts in Jars: 50 Sweet Treats that Shine here). We all came up with our own "jarred" recipes – some exactly like the recipes in Olmanson's book, others with a twist on tradition! Not only are we singing the praises of this book, we want you to try it yourself - many of this week's #SundaySupper bloggers will be giving away copies of Desserts in Jars too! Check out all the blogs below to participate, and good luck!
Sunday Supper Desserts In Jars:
- Summer Fruit Fool in Jars by Shockingly Delicious
- Banana Split Cakes in a Jar by Daily Dish Recipes
- Baked Cheesecake In A Jar by Chocolate Moosey
- Key Lime Pies in a Jar by Home Cooking Memories
- Fudgy Brownie Mix by What Smells So Good?
- 5 Minute Coffee Cake in a Jar by Juanita’s Cocina
- Strawberry Mess by Jane’s Adventure’s in Dinner
- Mini Blueberry Cream Cheese Pies by Magnolia Days
- Peach Crisp in Jars by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Peanut Butter Cup Cupcakes by Hip Foodie Mom
- Salted Caramel Frozen Yogurt by Healthy.Delicious
- Boston Cream Pie Trifle by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Chocolate Egg Cream in A Jar by Growing Up Gabel
- Cinnamon Espresso Bread Pudding in a Jar by Country Girl in the Village
- White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake in a Jar by Runner’s Tales
- Blueberry Thyme Pie in a Jar by The Little Ferraro Kitchen
- Caramel Panna Cotta in a Jar by The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
- Layered Melon Granitas in Jars by Curious Cuisiniere
- Red Velvet Wedding Cake In A Jar by Foxes Love Lemons
- Strawberry Shortcake with Lemon Mascarpone in a Jar by Gotta Get Baked
- Nutella Panna Cotta in a Jar by Basic N Delicious
- Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie in a Jar by Big Bears Wife
- Bacon Bourbon Bread Pudding by The Urban Mrs
- Cinnamon Caramel Affogatos by Family Foodie
- Banana Split Ice Cream by Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Midori Melon Flower Cupcakes by Ninja Baking
- Triple Berry Crisp in a Jar by Ruffles & Truffles
- Guilt-Free Blueberry Cream Cheese Gingerbread in a Jar by Eat, Move, Shine
- Gluten Free Pull-Apart Cinnamon Bread in a Jar by No One Likes Crumbley Cookies
- Roasted Strawberry Coconut Cream Parfaits With Toasted Coconut by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
- Chocolate and Banana Ice Box Trifle In A Jar by In the Kitchen with KP
Would you like to join the Sunday Supper Movement? It’s easy. You can sign up by clicking here. Also check out our #SundaySupper Pinterest board for more fabulous recipes and food photos!
For even more fun, be sure to join us during the #SundaySupper Twitter chat tonight at 7PM ET to win tickets to the Food and Wine Conference including a 2 night stay at the beautiful Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando! Entering is easy - just join in the chat using the #SundaySupper hashtag. The Desserts In Jars Summer Tour will be hosting live events around the country. Check out the events and join in the fun in city near you!
Fudgy Brownie Mix in a Jar
Makes 1 (12-serving) mix
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 (1g) packet French vanilla stevia (optional)
1/2 cup cocoa
2/3 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup miniature chocolate chips
1 (1g) packet French vanilla stevia (optional)
1/2 cup cocoa
2/3 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup miniature chocolate chips
- Layer all the ingredients as listed in a 3cup jar, pressing firmly after adding each ingredient.
- Label with the following instructions:
To Make Your Brownies, You’ll Need:
1 egg
1/3 cup oil
¼ cup brewed coffee or water
Calories: 1,121.0
Total Fat: 22.8 g
Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
Sodium: 624.2 mg
Total Carbs: 263.7 g
Dietary Fiber: 19.3 g
Protein: 20.5 g
Amount Per Serving (1 brownie, prepared)
Calories: 147.6
Total Fat: 7.8 g
Cholesterol: 15.5 mg
Sodium: 57.9 mg
Total Carbs: 22.0 g
Dietary Fiber: 1.6 g
Protein: 2.2 g
1 egg
1/3 cup oil
¼ cup brewed coffee or water
- Heat the oven to 350° F and grease the bottom of a 9” square pan.
- Combine the brownie mix, egg, oil and coffee in a bowl with a spoon or spatula until just blended (about 50-60 strokes). Do not use electric beaters!
- Spread in the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out slightly sticky (if in doubt, underbaking is better for the fudginess).
- Cool completely in the pan (ideally chill overnight) before cutting.
Calories: 1,121.0
Total Fat: 22.8 g
Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
Sodium: 624.2 mg
Total Carbs: 263.7 g
Dietary Fiber: 19.3 g
Protein: 20.5 g
Amount Per Serving (1 brownie, prepared)
Calories: 147.6
Total Fat: 7.8 g
Cholesterol: 15.5 mg
Sodium: 57.9 mg
Total Carbs: 22.0 g
Dietary Fiber: 1.6 g
Protein: 2.2 g
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