INGREDIENTS:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup white sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup water
To make the frosting:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8x8-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking soda.
- Make three depressions in the flour mixture. Pour oil into one well, vinegar into second, and vanilla into third well. Pour water over all, then stir with a fork until well blended.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cake cool completely before frosting or serving.
To make the frosting:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in cocoa powder and milk until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
TIPS:
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- To make a chocolate ganache to drizzle over the top of the cake, heat 1 cup heavy cream and 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips in a saucepan over low heat until melted and smooth.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or mint leaves.
- Add 1/2 cup chopped nuts or dried fruit to the batter.
- For a vanilla wacky cake, omit the cocoa powder and add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the batter.
- For a spice wacky cake, add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves to the batter.
BENEFITS:
- Easy to make: Wacky cake is a very easy cake to make, even for beginners. It is a one-bowl cake, so there is minimal cleanup.
- Affordable: Wacky cake is a very affordable cake to make, as it only requires basic ingredients.
- Versatile: Wacky cake can be enjoyed plain, or it can be frosted or topped with your favorite toppings. It can also be made into cupcakes.
- Dairy-free and egg-free: Wacky cake is dairy-free and egg-free, making it a good option for people with allergies or dietary restrictions.
NUTRITIONAL VALUE:
Wacky cake is a relatively low-calorie and low-fat cake. It is also a good source of carbohydrates and fiber. However, it is important to note that wacky cake is also high in sugar.
A serving of wacky cake (about 1 slice) contains approximately:
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: 1g
- Use dark cocoa powder instead of regular cocoa powder. Dark cocoa powder is lower in sugar and higher in antioxidants.
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts or dried fruit to the batter for extra fiber and nutrients.
- Reduce the amount of sugar in the recipe by 1/4 cup.
- Serve wacky cake with fresh fruit or yogurt for a healthier dessert.
Enjoy! 😋😋
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