Carolyn's Crazy Cake

Carolyn's Crazy Cake is the ultimate one-bowl, no-fuss dessert that’s as easy to make as it is delicious! Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this moist and fluffy chocolate cake comes together without eggs, milk, or butter, making it a fantastic dairy-free and vegan-friendly option. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and vegetable oil, this recipe creates a decadent treat in under an hour. The unique method of mixing everything directly in the baking pan streamlines cleanup, while the tangy touch of white vinegar brings out the rich chocolate flavor. Whether you dust it with powdered sugar, frost it, or enjoy it plain, Carolyn’s Crazy Cake is a versatile and timeless dessert you’ll keep coming back to. Ideal for weeknight baking or celebrating special occasions with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 5 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 3

In the baking pan itself (or in a mixing bowl if you prefer), sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure an even mixture.

Step 4

Make three small wells in the dry mixture. Pour the vinegar into one well, the vanilla extract into the second, and the vegetable oil into the third.

Step 5

Pour 1 cup of water evenly over the entire mixture.

Step 6

Using a fork or whisk, stir the mixture until smooth and no dry spots remain. Be sure to scrape the edges to incorporate everything.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Dust with powdered sugar, frost with your favorite icing, or enjoy as is!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(776.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2134.6

Total Fat 75.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 42g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2449.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 374.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.3g	0%
Total Sugars 202.1g
Protein 30.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 112.0mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 1117.6mg	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: 29.5%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 65.2%