Best 6 Wacky Cocoa Cake Recipes

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In the realm of culinary adventures, where flavors dance and textures intertwine, there exists a dessert that captivates taste buds and sparks imaginations: the wacky cocoa cake. This extraordinary creation defies the boundaries of traditional baking, inviting you on a whimsical journey of taste and texture. As its name suggests, the wacky cocoa cake is anything but ordinary, boasting a unique blend of ingredients and a personality all its own. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through the steps of creating a wacky cocoa cake that will leave your taste buds begging for more.

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COCOA CAKE



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THIS CAKE is so moist it doesn't need frosting. I simply sprinkle powdered sugar over the top. It's my favorite dessert to bring for potlucks, and there's never a piece left to take home! -Beulah Sak, Fairport, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup cold water
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda and salt. Using a spoon, make 3 wells in the dry ingredients. Pour oil into the first, vinegar into another and vanilla into the third. Slowly pour water over all. Beat on low speed until thoroughly combined (batter will be thin). , Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 272mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

WACKY CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups flour
3 tablespoons Dutch process cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon white vinegar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup cold water

Steps:

  • Preheat 350 degrees F.
  • Place the dry ingredients in a bowl. Make 3 small holes in the mixture. Pour the vanilla in one hole, the vinegar in another and vegetable oil in another. Pour water over the top and mix. Pour into a lightly greased 8 by 8 inch pan. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.

WACKY CHOCOLATE CAKE



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Make and share this Wacky Chocolate Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by steff_koczera

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 9-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups flour
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Sift dry ingredients into an ungreased (8x8) pan. Make 3 holes in dry ingredients.
  • In first hole, put 6 Tbsp oil.
  • In second hole, put 1 tsp vanilla.
  • In third hole, put 1 Tbsp vinegar.
  • Pour 1 cup water over all and stir until smooth.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
  • Frost or sprinkle with confectioner's sugar.
  • Can double recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.3, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 270.5, Carbohydrate 39.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 22.3, Protein 2.5

WACKY CAKE II



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Children will love the cake you make from this recipe for a simple chocolate cake with a simple chocolate frosting.

Provided by JJOHN32

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 cup water
¼ cup butter
¼ cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9 inch square pan.
  • Sift together the flour, 1 cup of the sugar, 1/4 cup of the cocoa, the soda, and the salt. Stir in the vinegar, oil, water, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Beat until smooth. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 to 35 minutes. Let cake cool. Then spread chocolate icing over top.
  • To Make Chocolate Icing: Combine 1 cup of the sugar, 1/4 cup of the cocoa, the milk, and the butter or margarine. Boil for 1 minute. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla and continue stirring until partially cool. Spread over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.7 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 329.7 mg, Sugar 33.7 g

WACKY CAKE VIII



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This cake is make without milk or eggs and is moist, dark and delicious. A brain child of the depression era when ingenious cooks developed a cake that could be made without expensive and scarce ingredients.

Provided by Mary Knipe

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Sift flour, sugar, salt, soda, and cocoa together into an 8x8 inch ungreased cake pan. Make three depressions. Pour oil into one well, vinegar into second, and vanilla into third well. Pour water over all, and stir well with fork.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 to 40 minutes, or until tooth pick inserted comes out clean. Frost with your favorite icing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 243.1 mg, Sugar 20.1 g

DELICIOUS WACKY CAKE



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This a dense heavy chocolate cake. It's actually made with Cocoa, no actual chocolate. It takes NO eggs or Milk. It is my whole family's favorite cake. You can serve this cake with or with out frosting, it's that good!!! It's extremely easy to make, and only takes 30 min to bake. I hope you will give it a try.

Provided by loriroberts

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 1 9 X 13 cake, 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 --
  • In large mixing bowl; Add flour, sugar, soda, salt, & cocoa. Use wire whisk, whisk together well.
  • Make 3 wells in the dry mixture, 1 large and 2 small. In large well add oil, then add vinegar in one well, and vanilla in the other.
  • Pour cold water over all. Using wire whisk, whisk all ingredients together until mixed well. About 1 or 2 minutes. Don't beat!
  • Pour into an ungreased 9 X 13 pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 30 min., or until tooth pick inserted in middle comes out clean.
  • Cool completely. Frost cake with desired frosting, or serve unfrosted. Delicious either way. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.6, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 406.4, Carbohydrate 58.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 33.5, Protein 3.8

Tips:

  • Use high-quality cocoa powder: The quality of the cocoa powder you use will have a big impact on the flavor of your cake. Look for a cocoa powder that is dark and rich in color, and has a strong chocolate flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make your cake tough and dense. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake at the right temperature: The temperature of your oven will also affect the texture of your cake. Bake the cake at a moderate temperature (350 degrees Fahrenheit) to prevent it from becoming dry or overcooked.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Be creative with your frosting: There are many different types of frosting that you can use to top your wacky cocoa cake. Try a chocolate ganache, a whipped cream frosting, or a buttercream frosting.

Conclusion:

Wacky cocoa cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and chocolatey flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy dessert to make, give wacky cocoa cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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