Alright, let’s talk about them mason jar desserts, you know, the sweets in them glass jars. Folks seem to like ’em, so I’m gonna tell ya what I know, the way I know how.
First off, why them jars? Well, I reckon they’re just plain handy. You can see what’s inside, easy peasy. And they got lids, so you can take your sweet treat with ya, no mess. Perfect for picnics or whatnot, you know?
Now, what kinda desserts can you put in these jars? Shoot, pretty much anything your heart desires! I’ve seen folks put all sorts in ’em. Cakes, pies, puddings, even that cheesecake stuff… though I ain’t never made one of them fancy cheesecakes myself. Too much fuss for an old woman like me.
- Cakes in Jars: You bake a cake, any kind you like, then you cut it up and layer it in the jar with some frosting. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy! My grandbaby she likes the chocolate ones, but me I prefer the plain old vanilla. Kids these days, always wantin’ the fancy stuff.
- Puddings and Custards: This is real simple. You make your pudding or custard – chocolate, vanilla, banana, whatever – and pour it right into the jar. Let it set, and you’re good to go. My old man, he loved a good banana puddin’. Said it reminded him of his mama’s cookin’.
- No-Bake Desserts: Some folks are too lazy to bake, or maybe they just don’t have an oven. That’s alright, you can still make a dessert in a jar! Crushed cookies, whipped cream, fruit… layer it all up, and it’s mighty tasty. My neighbor, she makes this thing with crushed Oreos and whipped cream… not my cup of tea, but the youngsters go crazy for it.
- Pies in Jars: Now, this is a bit more work, but it’s worth it. You bake little pies right in the jars, or you bake a big pie and scoop it into the jars. Apple pie, cherry pie, pecan pie… you name it! I remember makin’ apple pies for the county fair back in the day. Won a blue ribbon once, I did. Them were the days.
But hold on a minute, you can’t just go throwing these jars in the oven like some folks think! You can’t bake in them regular mason jars, no sir! They’ll bust on ya, and then you’ll have a big mess and no dessert. I heard tell they ain’t made for that heat. If you want to bake in a jar, you gotta find the special ones made for bakin’. Don’t say I didn’t warn ya.
And another thing, when you’re puttin’ your desserts together, don’t be stingy! Layer it up nice and pretty. You want folks to see all the good stuff in there. A little bit of cake, a little bit of frosting, a little bit of fruit… make it look like somethin’ special. Presentation matters, even if it’s just for yourself.
Now, I know some folks like to get all fancy with their mason jar desserts. They add sprinkles, and drizzles, and all sorts of doodads. That’s fine, I reckon, if you’re into that sort of thing. But me, I like to keep it simple. Good ingredients, made with love, that’s all you need.
So there you have it, my two cents on mason jar desserts. They’re easy, they’re portable, and they’re mighty tasty. Give ’em a try, you might just surprise yourself. And if you mess it up, well, nobody’s gotta know, just eat it outta the jar with a spoon. That’s what I always say!
One last thing, if you are making a cake for these jars, and it’s got a hump on top or the bottom is a little dark, just cut that part off with a knife. You want it to sit flat in the jar. No need wastin’ perfectly good cake though, just snack on them trimmings while you work.
And remember, whether you’re making a simple pudding or a fancy layered cake, the most important ingredient is love. Bake with love, and your desserts will always taste good. That’s the secret, ya know.
Now go on and get yourself some jars and start makin’ some sweet treats! You won’t regret it.
Tags: [mason jar, desserts, recipes, easy desserts, portable desserts, no bake desserts, cakes, pies, puddings, custard]
