Ever look for a way to make a classic chocolate treat feel a little more special and perfectly portioned? These Easy Brownies are baked right in individual glass jars, making them a fun and simple way to serve a rich, fudgy dessert.
Baking in individual jars helps these brownies stay incredibly moist. Because each jar acts like a mini oven, the edges get just the right amount of structure while the center stays soft and dense. This method also eliminates the need for cutting or mess, as each person gets their own ready-to-eat serving.
Ingredient Notes
Unsweetened cocoa powder: Use a high-quality powder for the best chocolate depth.
Unsalted butter: Melt this completely and let it cool slightly before mixing to keep the texture smooth.
Heat-safe glass jars: Only use jars designed for canning or high-heat baking to ensure they don’t crack in the oven.
Easy Brownies
Easy Brownies
These rich and fudgy chocolate brownies are baked in individual glass jars for a perfectly portioned treat that is easy to serve and store.
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and lightly coat the inside of twelve 8-ounce glass jars with non-stick cooking spray.
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cocoa powder, and sugar in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is uniform in color.
In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter and vanilla extract, then beat in the eggs until the mixture is smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a sturdy spoon until the batter is just combined and no streaks of flour remain.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared jars, filling each one about one-third of the way full.
Arrange the jars on a baking sheet so they are not touching and bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the jars from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before serving.
Keyword Easy Brownies
Tima’s Tips
Ensure your jars are heat-safe glass, such as standard canning jars, to prevent them from cracking in the oven.
Don’t overmix the batter once you add the wet ingredients; just stir until the flour disappears.
Serving Suggestions
These are great served warm with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream right on top. You can also dust the tops with a little powdered sugar for a simple presentation.
Storage
You can store these brownies in their jars with lids once completely cooled for up to three days at room temperature.
Common Questions I Get
Can I use any glass jar for this recipe?
You must use heat-safe glass, such as standard canning jars, to ensure they do not crack in the oven.
How long do these brownies stay fresh?
Once completely cooled, you can store them in their jars with lids for up to three days at room temperature.
How do I know when the brownies are done?
They are done when a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownie comes out clean.
If you make this, let me know how it turned out in the comments below — I'd love to hear from you.
Tima
I’m Tima Miller, a self-taught cook and author of the Simple Yummy cookbook series. Every recipe here is tested, clearly written, and designed to work in a real home kitchen.
