Description
A simple and delicious Chocolate Depression Cake that requires no eggs or dairy, perfect for those looking for a quick and easy dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until everything is well combined.
- Create three wells in the dry ingredients. In one well, pour in the vanilla extract; in the second, add the vinegar; and in the third, pour in the vegetable oil. Finally, pour the water over everything.
- Using a whisk or a wooden spoon, mix all the ingredients together until just combined. Don’t overmix.
- Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Serve plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with your favorite frosting.
- This cake is vegan and can be made without eggs or dairy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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