Eggless Butterless Milkless Cake
Indulge in the simplicity and nostalgia of an Eggless Butterless Milkless Cake—a timeless dessert that’s as budget-friendly as it is delicious. This classic "wacky cake" recipe blends pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda to create a rich, chocolatey treat, all without the need for eggs, butter, or milk. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes and a foolproof one-bowl method, this vegan-friendly cake is perfect for busy bakers and dietary restrictions alike. The magic happens with the addition of vinegar, which reacts with the baking soda to deliver a moist, tender crumb that’s irresistibly light. Whether you serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with a luscious glaze, this versatile cake is bound to become your go-to for effortless baking. Perfect for beginners, special diets, or anyone craving an easy homemade dessert, this recipe is sure to shine at any occasion!
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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
- 0.3 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square or round baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir to combine.
Make three wells in the dry mixture—one large, one medium, and one small. Pour the vegetable oil into the largest well, the vinegar into the medium well, and the vanilla extract into the smallest well.
Pour the water over the entire mixture and stir with a whisk or spatula until the batter is smooth and just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Optionally, you can dust the top with powdered sugar, drizzle with a glaze, or frost with your favorite vegan frosting.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2112 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.8 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 40.3 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.
