Best 5 Poor Mans Chocolate Cake Recipes

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"Poor Man's Chocolate Cake" is a classic and economical dessert that has been passed down through generations. It's a simple and versatile cake that can be made with ingredients commonly found in most kitchens. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat to satisfy your chocolate cravings, a budget-friendly dessert option, or a nostalgic recipe that reminds you of simpler times, this article will guide you through the steps of creating a delicious and satisfying "Poor Man's Chocolate Cake."

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POOR MAN'S CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Make and share this Poor Man's Chocolate Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by janetgran51

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups flour
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cocoa
3/4 cup oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 cups cold water

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients and pour in ungreased 9 X 13" pan. Bake 45 minutes at 350 degrees, until pick comes out clean. If desired, top with a swirl of whipped cream.

POOR MAN'S CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE



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Provided by á-44671

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 C. Flour
2 C. Sugar
4 Tbsp. Cocoa
1 tsp. Salt
2 tsp. Baking Soda
1 tsp. Vanilla
2 C. Water
3/4 C. Oil
2 Tbsp. Vinegar

Steps:

  • Mix all together with an electric mixer and bake in an ungreased 9x13 pan at 350 for 30-35 min.

POOR MAN'S PUDDING



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Originally known as 'Pouding Chomeur,' this is a favorite French-Canadian dessert that originates from the Province of Quebec. And for good reason - it is quick, easy, and oh so delicious!

Provided by Basking

Categories     Desserts     Custards and Pudding Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 egg
1 cup milk
2 cups brown sugar
1 ½ cups hot water
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Whisk the flour and baking powder together in a small bowl.
  • Beat the white sugar, oil, and egg together in a bowl until smooth. Stir in the flour mixture alternately with the milk. Pour into a 9-inch square pan. Dissolve the brown sugar in the hot water, then pour stir in the melted butter. Drizzle the syrup over the pudding.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the pudding firms and becomes golden brown on top, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.5 calories, Carbohydrate 60.2 g, Cholesterol 29.6 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 159.6 mg, Sugar 43.7 g

POOR MANS CAKE III



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This recipe if from the l930's. My Grandmother gave it to my Mother and she gave it to me. Now I am a grandmother and passed it down to my kids. It's really good. You don't have to dirty your mixer for this one, just a big bowl.

Provided by Jill D

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Fruitcake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup packed brown sugar
2 cups raisins
2 cups water
¾ cup shortening
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
3 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a saucepan mix brown sugar, raisins, water and shortening. Bring to a boil and boil 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. When raisin mixture is cool, add to dry ingredients and mix well to combine.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 or 40 minutes. Do not over bake or it will be too dry. Test after 30 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center of cake should come out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.9 g, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 206.3 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

POOR MAN'S PUDDING CAKE (POUDING CHOMEUR)



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Adopted recipe! A traditional French-Canadian recipe that is very common in Quebec. A syrupy "pudding" with a cakey topping. Very sweet.

Provided by Barefoot Beachcomber

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1 1/2 cups water
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
3/4 cup milk
1 pinch salt
1 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder

Steps:

  • In a saucepan melt butter or margarine; stir in brown sugar.
  • Add water and vanilla.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, make the dough.
  • Cream butter or margarine; add sugar.
  • In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Add to butter mixture alternately with milk.
  • Pour syrup into a 9 X 13 baking dish.
  • Drop dough by teaspoons over syrup.
  • Bake at 350 F for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 26.1, Sodium 211, Carbohydrate 78.5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 58.8, Protein 3.3

Profound_Summary_and_Conclusion

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