Wesson Oil Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of a homemade *Wesson Oil Chocolate Cake*, a timeless dessert that’s as simple as it is delicious. This rich, moist cake comes together effortlessly, using pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and the unique addition of white vinegar for a fluffy, tender crumb. The key ingredient—Wesson oil—lends a velvety texture that makes every bite irresistibly soft. Perfect for busy bakers, this recipe requires no eggs or butter and whips up in just 15 minutes of prep time. Whether baked as a sheet cake or layered into a showstopping celebration dessert, it’s guaranteed to satisfy every chocolate lover. Top with your favorite frosting, or enjoy it plain for an old-fashioned treat with a modern twist. Great for weeknight desserts, birthday parties, or any sweet occasion, this cake is a must-try classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Wesson oil (vegetable oil)
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons White vinegar
- 2 cups Cold water
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Make three wells in the dry ingredients. Pour the Wesson oil into one well, the vanilla extract into the second, and the vinegar into the third.
Slowly pour the cold water over the mixture and stir with a spatula or whisk until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan(s), smoothing the top with a spatula if necessary.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake 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 before serving or frosting.
Optionally, frost the cake with your favorite chocolate or vanilla frosting and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4377 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 204.9 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.0 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4901 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 694.9 g | 253% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 70.8 g | 253% | |
| Total Sugars | 405.2 g | ||
| Protein | 60.5 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 39.7 mg | 221% | |
| Potassium | 3011 mg | 64% | |
*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.
