Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cold water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In an ungreased 8×8-inch baking pan, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Make three wells in the dry mixture. Pour vanilla extract into one, vinegar into the second, and vegetable oil into the third.
- Pour cold water over everything and mix with a fork until smooth.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting or dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
- For a deeper chocolate flavor, substitute cold water with brewed coffee.
- Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth.
- Top with chocolate frosting or dust with powdered sugar for a simple finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 203mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg