Discover the magic of just adding water cake in a jar and enjoy a truly delicious treat anytime, anywhere. Looking for a creative and irresistible gift idea that keeps on giving? Get ready to delight your friends and family with “Six Days of Cake,” a unique and thoughtful present that will bring joy and sweetness to their week.

How to Make Just Add Water-Cake In A Jar

SIX DAYS OF CAKE: THE ULTIMATE GIFT IDEA

Imagine the delight on your loved one’s face as they receive a jar filled with the promise of six days of indulgent cake. This ultimate gift idea combines convenience with a touch of homemade goodness, making it a perfect present for any occasion. Each day, they can simply add water and microwave and enjoy a fresh, warm slice of cake in minutes. It’s a thoughtful and delicious way to show someone you care.

DO THIS FIRST, NO MATTER WHAT CAKE MIX YOU’RE USING

SOME OF THE ADD-INS AND TOPPINGS. NEW PRODUCT-CREAM CHEESE CHIPS!

5 LEVEL TABLESPOONS OF CAKE MIXTURE. PIPE FROSTING INTO SMALL BAGS.

FOR ALL CAKE MIXES INGREDIENTS LIST-full printable recipe below in recipe card

• 1 cake mix ( I used 13.25 ounces)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ cup PLUS 2 tablespoons dry milk
• 1/8 teaspoon salt

BASIC INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pour the dry cake mix into a large bowl. Whisk together the baking powder, dry milk, and salt, set aside, and gather the other ingredients.

SPICE CAKE IN A JAR

AFTER THE CAKE HAS COOLED, SNIP THE CORNER OF THE FROSTING BAG AND ADD FROSTING TO THE TOP OF THE CAKE. BEFORE ADDING THE SPRINKLES, USE AN OFFSET SPATULA TO SMOOTH OUT THE FROSTING.

SPICE CAKE IN A JAR INGREDIENTS LIST-full printable recipe below in recipe card

• 5 level tablespoons of the spice cake mixture (cake mix)
• ½ tablespoon white chocolate chips (add-in)
• ½ tablespoon sprinkles (add-in)
• store-bought cream cheese frosting + 1 teaspoon per 16-ounce tub (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon sprinkles (for the frosting)
• 1 half pint jar

SPICE CAKE IN A JAR INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pour the spice cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix (printable label below).
2. Combine the chocolate chips and sprinkles in a 2×3-inch bag and label the bag add-ins (printable label below).
3. Add cinnamon cream cheese frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag, snip the corner, fill a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting (printable label below).
4. Pour sprinkles into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting (printable label below).

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CAKE IN A JAR

AFTER THE CAKE HAS COOLED, SNIP THE CORNER OF THE FROSTING BAG AND ADD FROSTING TO THE TOP OF THE CAKE. BEFORE ADDING THE SPRINKLES, USE AN OFFSET SPATULA TO SMOOTH OUT THE FROSTING.

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CAKE IN A JAR INGREDIENTS LIST-full printable recipe below in recipe card

• 5 level tablespoons chocolate cake mixture (cake mix)
• ½ tablespoon peanut butter chips (add-ins)
• ½ tablespoon salted peanuts, chopped (add-ins)
• store-bought chocolate frosting (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon chocolate sprinkles (for the frosting)
• 1 teaspoon peanuts chopped (for the frosting)
• 1 half pint jar

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CAKE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pour the chocolate cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix (printable label below).
2. Combine the peanut butter chips and salted peanuts in a 2×3-inch bag and label the bag add-ins (printable label below).
3. Add chocolate frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag, snip the corner, fill a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting (printable label below).
4. Pour sprinkles and peanuts into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting (printable label below).

FUNFETTI HAPPY BIRTHDAY CAKE IN A JAR

AFTER THE CAKE HAS COOLED, SNIP THE CORNER OF THE FROSTING BAG AND ADD FROSTING TO THE TOP OF THE CAKE. BEFORE ADDING THE SPRINKLES, USE AN OFFSET SPATULA TO SMOOTH OUT THE FROSTING.

FUNFETTI HAPPY BIRTHDAY CAKE IN A JAR INGREDIENTS LIST-full printable recipe below in recipe card

• 5 level tablespoons funfetti cake mixture OR yellow cake mix with 1 tablespoon of sprinkles mixed in (cake mix)
• store-bought vanilla frosting (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon sprinkles (for the frosting)
• birthday candle
• 1 half pint jar

FUNFETTI CAKE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pour the funfetti cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix (printable label below).
2. Add vanilla frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag, snip the corner, fill a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting (printable label below).
3. Pour sprinkles into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting (printable label below).
4. Add a birthday candle.

SALTY PRETZEL CHOCOLATE CAKE IN A JAR

AFTER THE CAKE HAS COOLED, SNIP THE CORNER OF THE FROSTING BAG AND ADD FROSTING TO THE TOP OF THE CAKE. BEFORE ADDING THE SPRINKLES, USE AN OFFSET SPATULA TO SMOOTH OUT THE FROSTING.

SALTY PRETZEL CHOCOLATE CAKE IN A JAR INGREDIENTS LIST-full printable recipe below in recipe card

• 5 level tablespoons chocolate cake mixture (cake mix)
• ½ tablespoon toffee bits (add-ins)
• ½ tablespoon crushed pretzels (add-ins)
• store-bought chocolate frosting (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon sprinkles (for the frosting)
• 1 teaspoon toffee bits (for the frosting)
• 1 half pint jar

SALTY PRETZEL CHOCOLATE CAKE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pour the chocolate cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix (printable label below).
2. Combine the toffee bits and crushed pretzels in a 2×3-inch bag and label it add-ins (printable label below).
3. Add chocolate frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag, snip the corner, fill a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting (printable label below).
4. Pour sprinkles and toffee bits into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting (printable label below).

CRANBERRY ORANGE HOLIDAY CAKE IN A JAR

AFTER THE CAKE HAS COOLED, SNIP THE CORNER OF THE FROSTING BAG AND ADD FROSTING TO THE TOP OF THE CAKE. BEFORE ADDING THE SPRINKLES, USE AN OFFSET SPATULA TO SMOOTH OUT THE FROSTING.

CRANBERRY ORANGE HOLIDAY CAKE IN A JAR INGREDIENTS LIST-full printable recipe below in recipe card

• 5 level tablespoons white cake mixture (cake mix)
• ½ teaspoon dried orange peel (add-ins)
• 1 tablespoon dried cranberries, chopped (add-ins)
• store-bought vanilla frosting (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon holiday sprinkles (for the frosting)
• 1 half pint jar

CRANBERRY ORANGE CAKE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pour the white cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix (printable label below).
2. Package the orange peel and dried orange peel in separate 2×3-inch bags (I didn’t package mine separately; I didn’t like the look. The orange peel coated the cranberries and made them look like they had been rolled in sawdust.) and label them add-ins (printable label below).
3. Add vanilla frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag, snip the corner, fill a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting (printable label below).
4. Pour holiday sprinkles into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting (printable label below).

STRAWBERRY CAKE IN A JAR

AFTER THE CAKE HAS COOLED, SNIP THE CORNER OF THE FROSTING BAG AND ADD FROSTING TO THE TOP OF THE CAKE. BEFORE ADDING THE SPRINKLES, USE AN OFFSET SPATULA TO SMOOTH OUT THE FROSTING.

STRAWBERRY CAKE IN A JAR INGREDIENTS LIST-full printable recipe below in recipe card

• 5 level tablespoons strawberry cake mixture (cake mix)
• ½ tablespoon crushed freeze-dried strawberries (add-ins)
• ½ tablespoon cream cheese or white chocolate chips (add-ins)
• store-bought strawberry frosting (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon red and pink sprinkles (for the frosting)
• 1 half pint jar

STRAWBERRY CAKE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pour the strawberry cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix (printable label below).
2. Combine the freeze-dried strawberries and cream cheese or white chocolate chips in a 2×3-inch bag and label it add-ins (printable label below).
3. Add strawberry frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag, snip the corner, fill a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting (printable label below).
4. Pour red and pink sprinkles into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting (printable label below).

Optional Addition To The Cute Cake Jars

Want to take your gift a step further? Add themed cupcake picks or toppers! These cakes are very versatile. The color of the sprinkles can dictate what you are celebrating. Coordinate the celebration sprinkles with a cupcake pick or topper!

FREE Printable Labels and Jar Toppers

BAG LABELS

These little labels are for attaching with tape to the filled bags. CLICK HERE FOR THE DOWNLOAD→JUST ADD WATER-CAKE IN A JAR LABELS

CAKE BAKING INSTRUCTIONS

Hide the directions under the metal cap of the jar lid. CLICK HERE FOR THE FREE DOWNLOAD→CAKE BAKING DIRECTIONS

JAR TOPPERS

These jar toppers fit perfectly on top of the metal cap for a half-pint jar. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD→JUST ADD WATER-CAKE IN A JAR TOPPERS—PINK TOPPER OR GRAY TOPPER

On-The-Go Breakfast Idea

MAPLE SAUSAGE PANCAKE IN A JAR OR 3 READY-TO-GO PANCAKE IN A-JAR RECIPES

More Flavor Ideas

Flavors for Every Occasion: From Holidays to Birthdays, there are endless possibilities to customize your Just Add Water Cake in a Jar gift. From festive holiday flavors like peppermint mocha and gingerbread to classic birthday cake options like vanilla and chocolate, the possibilities to customize your Just Add Water Cake in a Jar gift are endless. You can even get creative with unique combinations like lemon blueberry or salted caramel to suit any taste preference. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just want to brighten someone’s day, there’s a flavor for every moment that will surely make your gift stand out.

ENJOYING CAKE ANYTIME, ANYWHERE

Whether you’re at home, at work, or on the go, Just Add Water Cake in a Jar allows you to enjoy a delightful dessert without any hassle. The convenience of this treat means you can satisfy your sweet tooth anytime, anywhere. Imagine having the perfect snack readily available whenever you need a pick-me-up or a moment of indulgence. Fill your pantry with Just Add Water Cake in a Jar, and you can easily treat yourself to a delicious slice of cake no matter where you are. So why wait for a special occasion to enjoy a scrumptious dessert when you can have it at your fingertips? ROAD TRIPS just got a whole lot sweeter! Most hotel rooms have a microwave, so pack a few of these delicious treats for your hotel room!

More Hostess Gift Ideas

The cake-in-a-jar recipes are perfect for taking as a hostess gift. Below are a few more gift ideas.

• SLOW COOKER SIMMERING SPICE GIFT
• DIY EARL GREY SPICE TEA
• CRANBERRY SYRUP
• COOKIE CUTTER ORNAMENT
• HOMEMADE SMOKED ALMONDS
• BANANA BREAD IN A JAR

LATEST POSTS

• Pineapple Apricot Glazed Chicken Wings
• Crab Cake Stuffed Shrimp
• Champagne Cupcakes with Champagne Buttercream Frosting
• Cranberry Apricot Pastry Wrapped Baked Brie
• Salted Caramel Dark Chocolate Pretzel Rods

In a world where convenience and flavor collide, just add water-cake in a jar rises to the occasion. With six irresistible recipes at your fingertips, you can elevate your dessert game and delight your taste buds with every spoonful. From gifting joy to savoring the ultimate dessert experience, these easy cake recipes are a must-try. So why wait? Treat yourself or a loved one to a jar of happiness and indulge in the sweetness of life. After all, a little slice of cake can go a long way in spreading joy. ENJOY! 💗Sheryl

Continue to Content

Just Add Water-Cake in a Jar

Yield: 10-HALF PINT JARS PER CAKE MIXTURE

Print

Ingredients

For All Cake Mixes:

• 1 (13.25 ounce) cake mix any flavor-FILLS 10 JARS
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ cup PLUS 2 tablespoons dry milk
• 1/8 teaspoon salt

For One Jar of the Spice Cake:

• 5 level tablespoons of spice cake mix mixture (cake mix)
• ½ tablespoon white chocolate chips (add in)
• ½ tablespoon sprinkles (add in)
• store bought cream cheese frosting- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon per 16-ounce tub (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon sprinkles (for the frosting)
• 1 half pint jar

For One Jar of the Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake:

• 5 level tablespoons of chocolate cake mixture (cake mix)
• ½ tablespoon peanut butter chips (add in)
• ½ tablespoon chopped salted peanuts (add in)
• store bought chocolate frosting (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon sprinkles (for the frosting)
• 1 teaspoon peanuts, chopped (for the frosting)
• 1 half pint jar

For One Jar of the Funfetti Happy Birthday Cake:

• 5 level tablespoons funfetti cake mix or yellow cake mix with 1 tablespoon of ½ tablespoon sprinkles mixed in (cake mix))
• store bought vanilla frosting (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon sprinkles (for the frosting)
• birthday candle
• 1 half pint jar

For One Jar of the Salty Pretzel Chocolate Cake:

• 5 level tablespoons of chocolate cake mixture (cake mix)
• ½ tablespoon toffee bits (add in)
• ½ tablespoon crushed pretzels (add in)
• store bought chocolate frosting (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon sprinkles (for the frosting)
• 1 teaspoon toffee bits (for the frosting)
• 1 half pint jar

For One Jar of the Cranberry Orange Holiday Cake:

• 5 level tablespoons white cake mix mixture (cake mix)
• 1 tablespoon chopped dried cranberries (add in)
• ½ teaspoon dried orange peel (add in)
• store bought vanilla frosting (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon sprinkles (for the frosting)
• 1 half pint jar

For One Jar of the Strawberry Cake:

• 5 level tablespoons strawberry cake mixture (cake mix)
• ½ tablespoon freeze dried strawberry pieces (add in)
• ½ tablespoon cream cheese or white chocolate chips (add in)
• store bought cream cheese frosting (frosting)
• ½ tablespoon red and pink sprinkles (for the frosting)
• 1 half pint jar

Instructions

For All Cake Mixes:

1. Pour the dry cake mix into a large bowl. Whisk together the baking powder, dry milk, and salt, set aside, and gather the other ingredients.

CONTINUE PUTTING EVERYTHING TOGETHER:

1. Add the 5 tablespoons of dry cake mix mixture to the 3x4-inch bag and label it "cake mix."
2. Place "add-in" ingredients into the 2x3-inch bag; add the "add-ins" label to the bag.
3. The frosting also goes into the 2x3-inch bag; add the frosting label to the bag. TIP: FOR A CLEANER LOOK, SPOON THE FROSTING INTO A PIPING BAG OR SMALL ZIP-TOP BAG, SNIP THE CORNER AND FILL THE "FROSTING" BAG.
4. Sprinkles and other toppings go into the 1.5X2-inch bag; add the label "sprinkles for frosting" to the bag.
5. Print out the topper and instructions (links in the post). Cut, place the metal top on the jar, add the directions, and then the label. Screw on the ring.
6. TIP: HOW TO STRAIGHTEN THE LABEL-place the label on top of the metal top, add the ring, screw the ring on but leave it a little loose, adjust the label to be straight, and then tighten the ring.

How to Bake Your Cake in a Jar:

1. Add cake mix to the jar
2. Stir in 2½ tablespoons of water
3. Equally, disperse add-ins over the top of the cake batter.
4. Microwave 45 seconds.
5. FOR THE FROSTING—Wait until the cake has cooled completely before adding the frosting and sprinkles.

For One Jar of the Spice Cake:

1. Pour the spice cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix.
2. Add the chocolate chips and sprinkles together into a 2×3-inch bag and label it add-ins.
3. Add cinnamon cream cheese frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag,
   snip the corner, fill a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting.
4. Pour sprinkles into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting.

For One Jar of the Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake:

1. Pour the chocolate cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix.
2. Add the peanut butter chips and salted peanuts together into a 2×3-inch bag and label it add-ins.
3. Add chocolate frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag, snip the
   corner, fill half a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting.
4. Pour sprinkles and peanuts into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting.

For One Jar of the Funfetti Happy Birthday Cake:

1. Pour the funfetti cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix.
2. Add vanilla frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag, snip the
   corner, fill half a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting.
3. Pour sprinkles into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting.
4. Add a birthday candle.

For One Jar of the Salty Pretzel Chocolate Cake:

1. Pour the chocolate cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix.
2. Combine the toffee bits and crushed pretzels in a 2×3-inch bag and label it add-ins.
3. Add chocolate frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag, snip the
   corner, fill half a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting.
4. Pour sprinkles and toffee bits into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting.

For One Jar of the Cranberry Orange Holiday Cake:

1. Pour the white cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix.
2. Combine the dried cranberries and dried orange peel in a 2×3-inch bag and label it add-ins.
3. Add vanilla frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag, snip the
   corner, fill half a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting.
4. Pour holiday sprinkles into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting.

For One Jar of the Strawberry Cake

1. Pour the strawberry cake mixture into a 3×4-inch bag and label it cake mix.
2. Combine the freeze-dried strawberries and cream cheese or white
   chocolate chips in a 2×3-inch bag and label it add-ins.
3. Add cream cheese frosting to a piping bag or zip-top bag, snip the
   corner, fill half a 2×3-inch bag, and label it frosting.
4. Pour red and pink sprinkles into a 1.5×2-inch bag and label it sprinkles for frosting.

Did you make this recipe?

Please leave a comment and rate the recipe card so others can enjoy the recipe too!♥