Wacky Chocolate Cake

Indulge in the simplicity and nostalgia of Wacky Chocolate Cake, a fuss-free dessert that's as delightful as it is unique! Also known as Depression Cake, this dairy-free and egg-free recipe relies on clever pantry staples like vinegar and baking soda to achieve its tender, moist crumb. With just one bowl and a handful of ingredients—including rich cocoa powder and fragrant vanilla extract—you can whip up this quick cake in just 10 minutes of prep time. Perfectly baked in a humble 8x8-inch pan, it’s the ideal sweet treat for vegans or anyone in need of a last-minute dessert. Serve this chocolatey classic plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with your favorite frosting for a customizable indulgence that suits any occasion. Wacky Chocolate Cake proves that simple ingredients can yield irresistibly delicious results!

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 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Water
• 0.33 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.

Step 3

Make three wells in the dry mixture. Into one well, pour the vegetable oil; into the second well, pour the vinegar; into the third well, pour the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Pour the water over everything and mix gently with a whisk or spoon until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain. Do not overmix.

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Step 8

Enjoy plain, with powdered sugar sprinkled on top, or with your favorite frosting for an extra treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(780.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2166.0

Total Fat 79.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 44.4g
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: 30.5%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 64.3%