Uploaded November 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
Welcome back to the channel, friends! Today, I’m kicking off our holiday prep with a recipe that’s as practical as it is delicious: homemade brownie mix in a jar. If you're anything like me, holiday baking season can sneak up fast, and having some pre-made mixes on hand makes it easier to whip up a treat without the stress—or the preservatives. We’ll also tackle a few other pantry-friendly ideas for keeping things simple and budget-friendly during this festive time of year.
Join me as I walk through some easy prep steps, like grinding fresh nuts for gluten-free pie crusts (which we’ll stash in the freezer), and share my favorite brownie mix recipe for gift-giving or just having on hand. I’ll also give you a few tips on making a beautiful presentation with fabric squares, which add a nice personal touch if you’re gifting these jars to neighbors, teachers, or family. I hope this video inspires you to plan ahead for a more relaxed and meaningful holiday season with homemade gifts, delicious treats, and a little less fuss!
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Yellow Cake Mix How To: youtu.be/zEAaPcQvmDA?si=7XLMSLcFawpobAvO
Hot Cocoa Mix How To: youtu.be/sr8NYSXvDcA?si=pRZYuqOFtyF6h2Tz
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Brownie Dry Ingredients
1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup cocoa
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chocolate chips
Brownie Wet Ingredients
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) melted butter or margarine
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Brownie Instructions
Recipe to attach: Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Pour brownie mix into large mixer bowl; stir. Add 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) melted butter or margarine, 2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons water and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; stir well. Spread into prepared baking pan. Bake for 18 to 25 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out slightly sticky. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar. Makes 2 dozen brownies.
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0:00 Introduction to Holiday Baking Season
1:00 Making Nut Pie Crust from Scratch
3:30 Grinding Fresh Nuts: Tips & Tricks
5:30 Pressing & Shaping the Nut Crust
7:00 Baking the Nut Crust to Perfection
8:30 Transition to Brownie Mix in a Jar
9:30 Why Brownie Mix in a Jar is Perfect for Gifting
11:00 Gathering Simple Ingredients for Brownie Mix
13:30 Layering Ingredients in the Jar
15:00 Tips for Clean, Even Layers
17:00 Creative Variations: Adding Chocolate or Nuts
18:30 Budget-Friendly Packaging Ideas
20:00 Storing Your Brownie Mix Jars
21:30 Gluten-Free Options for Brownie Mix
23:00 Holiday Gifting with Homemade Mixes
25:00 Baking Brownies from the Jar Mix
27:00 Wrapping Up & Final Holiday Baking Tips
29:00 Thank You & Happy Holidays!
Welcome back to the channel, friends! Today, I’m kicking off our holiday prep with a recipe that’s as practical as it is delicious: homemade brownie mix in a jar. If you're anything like me, holiday baking season can sneak up fast, and having some pre-made mixes on hand makes it easier to whip up a treat without the stress—or the preservatives. We’ll also tackle a few other pantry-friendly ideas for keeping things simple and budget-friendly during this festive time of year.
Join me as I walk through some easy prep steps, like grinding fresh nuts for gluten-free pie crusts (which we’ll stash in the freezer), and share my favorite brownie mix recipe for gift-giving or just having on hand. I’ll also give you a few tips on making a beautiful presentation with fabric squares, which add a nice personal touch if you’re gifting these jars to neighbors, teachers, or family. I hope this video inspires you to plan ahead for a more relaxed and meaningful holiday season with homemade gifts, delicious treats, and a little less fuss!
Gamma Lids for 5-Gallon Buckets: amzn.to/48OlPKM
Fabric Squares: amzn.to/3R9kmqm or amzn.to/3R4q4tu
Yellow Cake Mix How To: youtu.be/zEAaPcQvmDA?si=7XLMSLcFawpobAvO
Hot Cocoa Mix How To: youtu.be/sr8NYSXvDcA?si=pRZYuqOFtyF6h2Tz
Spice Cake Mix How To: youtu.be/TZi6yyS1crY?si=UuVCYIjon64S0qrk
Cornbread Mix How To: youtu.be/A6NZkyjLENk?si=pQ-x9MLY_UZjcSOJ
Brownie Dry Ingredients
1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup cocoa
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chocolate chips
Brownie Wet Ingredients
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) melted butter or margarine
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Brownie Instructions
Recipe to attach: Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Pour brownie mix into large mixer bowl; stir. Add 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) melted butter or margarine, 2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons water and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; stir well. Spread into prepared baking pan. Bake for 18 to 25 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out slightly sticky. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar. Makes 2 dozen brownies.
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👕 Shop Our Merch: bonfire.com/store/1870smerch
🌻 HOSS Garden Tools & Seeds: shrsl.com/33ehp (Promo Code SHOP1870 for free seeds!)
🌱 MIGardener: migardener.com/1870
🌺 GREENSTALK Vertical Gardens: greenstalkgarden.com/?rstr=SHOP1870 (Promo Code SHOP1870 for $10 off!)
🥒 Epic Gardening: glnk.io/73j50/8vn (Promo Code Shop1870 to get 5% off!)
🥫 FORJARS Canning Lids: forjars.co/?sca_ref=1911228.45BY9FFxdg (Promo Code SHOP1870 to get 10% off)
🍃 HARVEST Right Freeze Dryers: affiliates.harvestright.com/1182.html
🔦 OLIGHT Flashlights: bit.ly/3z6daku (Promo Code SHOP1870 for 10% off!)
🛒 Our Favorite AMAZON Finds: amzn.to/3ihSgZP
---------------
Mailing Address:
That 1870's Homestead
P.O. Box 179
Newport, MI 48166
---------------
✅ Connect with Us 🐐
YouTube: youtube.com/@1870s
Facebook: facebook.com/1870sHomestead
Instagram: instagram.com/that_1870s_homestead
Pinterest: pinterest.com/that1870s
EMAIL: that1870shomestead@gmail.com
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Please note that some of the links above are affiliate links - at no additional cost to you. We will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase, after clicking through the links. ♥ Todd & Rachel
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0:00 Introduction to Holiday Baking Season
1:00 Making Nut Pie Crust from Scratch
3:30 Grinding Fresh Nuts: Tips & Tricks
5:30 Pressing & Shaping the Nut Crust
7:00 Baking the Nut Crust to Perfection
8:30 Transition to Brownie Mix in a Jar
9:30 Why Brownie Mix in a Jar is Perfect for Gifting
11:00 Gathering Simple Ingredients for Brownie Mix
13:30 Layering Ingredients in the Jar
15:00 Tips for Clean, Even Layers
17:00 Creative Variations: Adding Chocolate or Nuts
18:30 Budget-Friendly Packaging Ideas
20:00 Storing Your Brownie Mix Jars
21:30 Gluten-Free Options for Brownie Mix
23:00 Holiday Gifting with Homemade Mixes
25:00 Baking Brownies from the Jar Mix
27:00 Wrapping Up & Final Holiday Baking Tips
29:00 Thank You & Happy Holidays!
