Description
Wacky Cake is a moist, rich chocolate cake made without eggs, butter, or milk. Mixed directly in the pan, it’s a simple, budget-friendly dessert that’s naturally vegan and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In an ungreased 8×8-inch (or 9×9-inch) baking dish, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Make three wells in the dry ingredients. Pour vinegar into one, vanilla into another, and oil into the third.
- Pour water over all ingredients and stir until fully combined and smooth, making sure to reach the corners.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
- Dust with powdered sugar or top with your favorite frosting, if desired.
Notes
- Don’t grease the pan; it’s part of the classic method.
- Use apple cider vinegar as a substitute for white vinegar if preferred.
- Mix everything right in the baking dish for easy cleanup.
- Perfect for those with dairy or egg allergies.
- Best enjoyed within 3 days or can be frozen for later use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
