Check out this simple recipe for baking chocolate cake. You don't need to have a lot of ingredients before you heat that oven.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar- 1/ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- warm water
-1/3 cup oil
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions:
1 Preheat your oven to 350°F (°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, and salt. Mix to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm water, vegetable oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a dense cake.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once the cake has cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve.
This cheap and simple chocolate cake is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without breaking the bank. Enjoy a slice with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk for a delicious and budget-friendly treat!