Real Crazy Cake
Prepare to be amazed by the simplicity and magic of the "Real Crazy Cake," a one-bowl, no-mixer dessert that’s both egg-free and dairy-free, making it completely vegan-friendly! This classic Depression-era recipe uses pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and vegetable oil to create a moist, chocolatey cake with no fuss—no eggs, milk, or butter required! The secret lies in the unique method of making wells for vinegar, oil, and vanilla directly in the dry ingredients, ensuring a soft and tender crumb without the need for fancy equipment. With just 10 minutes of prep and a single pan required for mixing and baking, this quick and easy cake is perfect for any occasion. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or top it with your favorite frosting for a sweet treat that’s as nostalgic as it is delicious.
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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
- 0.3 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In the baking pan (or a mixing bowl if preferred), sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to combine.
Make three small wells in the dry mixture. Pour the oil into one well, the vinegar into the second well, and the vanilla extract into the third well.
Slowly pour the water over the entire mixture and stir until smooth and fully combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or frost with your favorite icing for added sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1302 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.7 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 40.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2446 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.0 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 11 mg | 0% | |
*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.
