Easy No Beat Chocolate Cake with Frosting

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate treat with this *Easy No Beat Chocolate Cake with Frosting*! Perfect for busy bakers, this recipe requires no electric mixer and comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time. Made with pantry staples like cocoa powder, white vinegar, and vegetable oil, this one-bowl wonder delivers a moist, tender crumb with deep, rich chocolate flavor. The quick, velvety homemade frosting—featuring melted butter, cocoa, and powdered sugar—adds a luscious finish that takes this cake to the next level. Whether you’re serving it for weeknight dessert or a special occasion, this fuss-free chocolate cake is guaranteed to impress. Bake it, frost it, and watch it disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

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 cup water
• 0.3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
• 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
• 1.25 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Add water, vegetable oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula or whisk until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain. Do not overmix.

Step 4

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 6

Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before adding the frosting.

Step 7

To make the frosting, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the cocoa powder until smooth.

Step 9

Blend in the milk and vanilla extract, then gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.

Step 10

Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake using a spatula. Let the frosting set for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Slice and enjoy your easy no-beat chocolate cake with frosting!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1036.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3202.4

Total Fat 123.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 40.3g
Cholesterol 131.7mg	0%
Sodium 2472.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 541.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.3g	0%
Total Sugars 360.2g
Protein 35.0g	0%

Vitamin D 44.7IU	0%
Calcium 182.3mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 1410.1mg	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: 32.5%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 63.4%