Cockeyed Cake

Introducing the delightfully simple and wonderfully nostalgic Cockeyed Cake, a one-pan wonder that's perfect for busy bakers and chocolate lovers alike. This egg-free, dairy-free, and hassle-free recipe blends pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and sugar directly in the baking pan—no extra bowls required! Its unique method of creating "wells" to separate wet ingredients like vegetable oil and tangy vinegar before combining it all with water ensures a tender, moist crumb every time. Ready in just 40 minutes, including prep, this humble yet delicious chocolate cake is ideal for weeknight desserts or casual gatherings, and it shines as a blank canvas for toppings like powdered sugar or frosting. Perfect for beginner bakers or those seeking classic comfort desserts, Cockeyed Cake is simplicity at its best!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 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 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In an 8x8-inch ungreased baking pan, add the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix these dry ingredients directly in the pan using a fork or whisk until evenly combined.

Step 3

Using your fork or a spoon, make three small wells in the dry mixture. Pour the vegetable oil into one well, the vinegar into the second well, and the vanilla extract into the third well.

Step 4

Pour the water evenly over the entire surface of the mixture.

Step 5

Carefully mix everything together in the pan with a fork or whisk until there are no lumps. Make sure to scrape the corners and edges of the pan to incorporate all the dry ingredients, but be careful not to spill the mixture.

Step 6

Once the batter is smooth, place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the pan from the oven and let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy as-is, or top with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or your favorite frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(720.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1686.6

Total Fat 23.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
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: 11.4%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 81.9%