Wacky Cake II

Wacky Cake, also known as Depression Cake, was created during World War II when certain ingredients like eggs and butter were scarce.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.

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Wacky Cake II

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoon Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Water

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Make three wells in the dry ingredients. Pour the oil into one well, vinegar into the second well, and vanilla extract into the third well.
4. Pour the water over everything and mix until smooth.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, frost the cake with your favorite frosting, if desired.
9. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.