Emergency Chocolate Cake
When the craving for something sweet and indulgent strikes, this Emergency Chocolate Cake is here to save the day! Made with everyday pantry staples like cocoa powder, sugar, and flour, this quick and easy one-bowl recipe requires just 10 minutes of prep time and delivers a rich, moist chocolate cake without eggs or dairy. The addition of white vinegar gives the cake its tender, fluffy texture, while the optional dusting of powdered sugar adds a delightful touch of sweetness and charm. Perfect for last-minute gatherings or late-night dessert cravings, this fuss-free chocolate cake bakes in just 30 minutes and serves six. It's a simple, vegan-friendly treat that satisfies your chocolate fix effortlessly!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.33 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup water
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour an 8-inch round or square baking pan.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Add the vegetable oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract to the well, then pour in the water.
Whisk the wet and dry ingredients together until smooth and no lumps remain. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.5 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 44.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1859 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 360.3 g | 131% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 233.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1053 mg | 22% | |
*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.
