Red Wine Brownies in a Jar

Nov 30, 2021 · 55 Comments

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Looking for a unique, delicious, and festive gift idea? Red wine brownies in a jar are the perfect combination of indulgence and charm. This DIY gift pairs a jar of rich brownie mix with a bottle of red wine, complete with a festive tag and easy instructions for baking. It’s thoughtful, easy to assemble, and guaranteed to delight anyone who receives it.

When talking about favorite food pairings, chocolate and wine is definitely one of my favorite combinations. I mean, I also love peanut butter and jelly, cheese and crackers, bacon and eggs (and I could go on and on) but when it comes to treating myself, chocolate and wine is where it’s at!

Why You’ll Love Red Wine Brownies in a Jar

Unique Gift: It’s a creative twist on the classic jarred brownie mix.
Rich Flavor: The addition of red wine adds a luxurious depth to the brownies.
Easy to Assemble: With just a few simple steps, you can create a beautiful and thoughtful gift.
Perfect for Any Occasion: Ideal for holiday gifting, hostess presents, or birthdays.

What ingredients do you need to make red wine brownies?

Flour
Baking powder
Unsweetened cocoa powder
Granulated sugar
Semi-sweet chocolate chips
Unsalted butter
Eggs
Vanilla extract
Red Wine
Mason jar – if you’re giving this as a gift

Around the holidays, I’m all about decadence and these brownies fit the bill. They are rich and ooey gooey chocolatey and super moist. The chocolate chips melt into the batter and there’s a hint of red wine which really amplifies the chocolate flavor, making the brownie the best brownie you’ve had in a long time!

One of my favorite things to give as gifts is something that is functional, but also fun. For that reason, I think food gifts are the best! I’ve shared a few recipes, previously, that work great as food gifts.

Tips for making these brownies:

To help get the brownie batter mixture into the jar, make a funnel out of paper and pour it right in. You can either mix the dry ingredients together or layer them. I would suggest mixing all the ingredients, makes it so much easier.
Add a label with baking instructions to the jar. To make it even easier, I’ve created a label (front and back) for you to download!
Have a bottle of wine that’s been sitting around on the counter? This recipe is perfect for using up that last little bit so it doesn’t go to waste. OR, if you use a new bottle, you get to enjoy the rest with your yummy brownie!
What type of wine to use for brownies? A dry red wine like Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Pinot Noir works best.

Customizations

Add Layers: Include festive sprinkles, mini marshmallows, or crushed peppermint for a holiday twist.
Gluten-Free Option: Swap the all-purpose flour for a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free chocolate chips and substitute oil for butter.

When these red wine brownies are cooking, the smell is amazing! The smell of cocoa will waft throughout the house – what better thing at the holidays!? So, whether you’re giving these red wine brownies in a jar as a gift or making them for yourself, you’re going to fall in love with this recipe!

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*This post was originally done as a partnership with Pick ‘n Save.

Pick ‘n Save has an extensive wine section with wines at very affordable prices (my kind of place – you know how much I love Pick ‘n Save from my previous posts of pressure cooker chicken spaghetti casserole, one pot sausage and rice casserole, cranberry walnut crumb bars and Thanksgiving turkey.) I came across Magistrate wines, they’re rich and bold and perfect for pairing with chocolate and making these red wine brownies. You want to use a Cabernet or Pinot Noir for these brownies.