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All In One Pan Cake Aka Wacky Cake Recipe

No eggs? No dairy? No problem! This nostalgic All-in-One Pan Wacky Cake is a surprisingly delicious and easy recipe that's perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or any time you crave a moist, chocolatey treat. This classic recipe, passed down through generations, requires only one bowl and one pan for effortless baking. Get ready to wow your friends and family with this simple yet impressive cake!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 257.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for All In One Pan Cake Aka Wacky Cake

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar

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How to Make All In One Pan Cake Aka Wacky Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch square baking pan.
  2. In the prepared pan, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. Whisk the dry ingredients until thoroughly combined and the mixture is a light brown color.
  4. Create four indentations in the dry mixture using a spoon: two large and two small.
  5. Pour 1 cup water into one of the large indentations.
  6. Pour ½ cup vegetable oil into the other large indentation.
  7. Pour 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into one of the small indentations.
  8. Pour 2 tablespoons white vinegar into the remaining small indentation.
  9. Gently stir the batter until just moistened. Do not overmix.
  10. Spread the batter evenly in the pan using a spatula.
  11. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

100g

Fat

4g

Carbs

13g

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