Great Depression Cake
Transport yourself back in time with this simple yet indulgent Great Depression Cake, a vintage dessert born from resourcefulness and creativity. Made without eggs, milk, or butter, this one-bowl wonder combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and vinegar to create a moist, chocolatey cake that's surprisingly rich despite its humble ingredients. Perfect for vegans or anyone looking for an easy, dairy-free dessert, this cake requires just 10 minutes of prep and is baked to perfection in under 35 minutes. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or dressed up with frosting for a nostalgic treat that proves deliciousness doesn't have to be extravagant.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 5 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
Lightly grease an 8-inch square or round baking pan.
Step 3
In the baking pan (or a mixing bowl if preferred), combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Step 4
Make three small wells in the dry mixture. Pour the vinegar into one well, vanilla extract into the second, and vegetable oil into the third.
Step 5
Pour the cup of water over all the ingredients and stir gently until the batter is smooth and no dry clumps remain. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
If you mixed the batter in a bowl, pour it into the prepared pan. Smooth the surface of the batter with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 8
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before serving.
Step 9
Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or frost as desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 732.9 grams (732.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2031 |
| Total Fat 69.40g | 89% |
| Saturated Fat 10.90g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 42.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2450mg | 107% |
| Total Carbohydrate 347.90g | 127% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.70g | 38% |
| Total Sugars 201.20g | |
| Protein 21.80g | 44% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 60mg | 5% |
| Iron 11mg | 61% |
| Potassium 459mg | 10% |
Source of Calories