Wacky Cake Recipe

This legendary chocolate cake is a family favorite—and it's surprisingly easy to make! No eggs? No dairy? No problem! This wacky cake recipe delivers rich, decadent chocolate flavor with a fun, unique twist. It's so simple, even beginners can master it. Top with your favorite frosting (Mom recommends a luscious 7-minute frosting!). Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 2252.6 kcal
Protein 44g
Rating 4.8 (34 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Wacky Cake

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How to Make Wacky Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup sugar, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Make three wells in the dry ingredients.
  3. Pour ½ cup vegetable oil into one well.
  4. Pour 1 cup water into another well.
  5. Pour 2 teaspoons vanilla extract into the third well.
  6. Add 1 teaspoon white vinegar to the wet ingredients.
  7. Gently mix with a fork or whisk until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool completely before frosting and slicing.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

101 g

Sugar

802g

Fat

54g

Carbs

117g