Wacky Cake (Depression Cake)
A moist and delicious cake made without milk, eggs, or butter, originating from the Great Depression era.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 1x
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together water, oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Notes
This cake is a classic example of resourcefulness during hard times. It can be made into cupcakes by baking for 15-20 minutes. For an extra boost, substitute water with brewed coffee.
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
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