Depression Fudge Cake
Indulge in the timeless simplicity of Depression Fudge Cake, a rich and moist chocolate cake that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying. This one-bowl wonder, born from resourceful baking during the Great Depression, skips traditional ingredients like eggs or milk, making it inherently vegan and budget-friendly. With pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and a splash of white vinegar, this cake delivers deep chocolate flavor and a velvety texture in just 10 minutes of prep time. Perfect for weeknight desserts or last-minute gatherings, this crowd-pleaser bakes to perfection in 30 minutes and serves up to eight. Serve it simply with a dusting of powdered sugar or elevate it with a dollop of whipped cream for a decadent twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
- 0.33 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Make three small wells in the dry mixture. Pour the vegetable oil into one well, the vinegar into the second, and the vanilla extract into the third.
Pour the water over the entire mixture and stir until smooth. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or serve with a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.1 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 44.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2450 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 374.8 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.3 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 202.1 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 1118 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
