wacky cake

27 Pinches
Zanesville, OH
Updated on Nov 2, 2014

I received this recipe from Grandma Pletcher. When Grandpa had his first heart attack this was our dessert of choice because it did not require eggs. Unless we are having company, we eat this unfrosted.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake
yield

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 3/4 cup cooking oil
  • 2 cups warm water

How To Make wacky cake

  • Step 1
    Sift all dry ingredients into an ungreased 9 X 13 cake pan
  • Step 2
    Make 3 wells
  • Step 3
    Mix together vanilla, oil, and vinegar. Pour equal amount into each well.
  • Step 4
    Pour two cups warm water over all ingredients.
  • Step 5
    Mix well with a fork. Do not over mix.
  • Step 6
    Bake at 350 degrees for 30 - 35 minutes.
  • Step 7
    After cooling add your favorite frosting or leave plain.

Discover More

Category: Cakes
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour
Keyword: #Cocoa Cake

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