Chocolate Depression Cake recipe


Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • â…“ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Make three wells in the dry ingredients. Pour vanilla extract into one, vinegar into another, and vegetable oil into the last.
  4. Pour the water over everything and mix until fully combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool before serving. Enjoy!

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