Wacky Cake
Moist, chocolatey and easy to make! This vintage cake was popular in the Depression era and contains no butter, milk or eggs.
Servings 10
Calories 338kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 2 cups cold water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Add flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda and salt to a large bowl. Stir to combine. Make 3 wells in mixture.
- Add vanilla, oil and vinegar to each of the wells. Pour in cold water and beat until no lumps are left.
- Pour into an ungreased 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before cutting.
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Notes
- No eggs, milk, or butter needed! This Depression-era cake is naturally vegan and budget-friendly without sacrificing flavor or texture.
- Make it your own: Add a handful of chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, or a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Use a whisk or spoon: No mixer required—just stir until smooth.
- Don’t grease the pan: It bakes best in an ungreased 9x13-inch pan, just like the old-fashioned version.
- Storage: Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
- Top it off: Delicious on its own, but you can also frost it with your favorite icing or dust it with powdered sugar once cooled.
Nutrition
Serving: 1piece | Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 68.5g | Protein: 5.6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 5.6mg | Sodium: 548.4mg | Fiber: 5.4g | Sugar: 40.3g
