California Cornbread Gift in a Jar

Delight your loved ones with the perfect homemade gift: California Cornbread Gift in a Jar! This charming DIY present combines the hearty flavors of yellow cornmeal, a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar, and an optional kick of heat from jalapeño flakes, all elegantly layered in a 1-quart glass jar. Enhanced with dried parsley for a pop of color and herbaceous aroma, this easy-to-assemble mix bakes into a golden, moist cornbread in under 30 minutes. Simply attach a tag with simple baking instructions, and you've got a thoughtful, delicious gift idea that’s perfect for holidays, housewarmings, or anyone who loves the taste of California’s signature laid-back warmth. Pair it with chili, soups, or enjoy it on its own for a crowd-pleasing treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
• 0.6667 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Jalapeño flakes (optional, for spice)
• 1 tablespoon Dried parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a clean 1-quart glass jar, layer the ingredients in the following order: flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt, jalapeño flakes (if using), and dried parsley. Use a spoon to gently level each layer before adding the next.

Step 2

Seal the jar tightly with a lid and decorate with ribbon or fabric for gifting.

Step 3

Include a tag with the baking instructions: 'To prepare California Cornbread, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Empty the contents of the jar into a large mixing bowl. Add 2 large eggs, 1 cup of milk, and 1/3 cup of vegetable oil or melted butter. Mix until just combined. Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch square baking pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.'

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(468.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1565.7

Total Fat 7.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7041.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 372.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 134.7g
Protein 23.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 46.8mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 375.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.9%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 90.3%