Grandma had a secret recipe for the best chocolate cakes that were incredibly fluffy, moist, and downright delicious. We nicknamed it wacky cake because the recipe seemed absolutely ridiculous – no butter, no milk, and no eggs.

And the best part? No need for a mixer! It’s as effortless as it sounds, just like when Grandma used to make it. We like to glaze ours with a simple homemade chocolate icing, but you can keep it dairy-free by using a vegan alternative. This cake is so good that we’ve even served it with no topping at all, and it never fails to impress.

Chocolate Wacky Cake Recipe

Serves: 8-10

Prep Time: 45 minutes plus cooling

Ingredients:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1 cup water

Optional ingredients for homemade frosting:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar, as needed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1/2 cup water, as needed

Preparation:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F, and generously grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, and cocoa. Stir in the baking soda and salt.
3. Whisk in the oil, vanilla, and vinegar, and then add the water. Mix until the batter is smooth.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is cooked and a toothpick comes out clean.
5. While waiting for the cake to cool, you can prepare the optional glaze. Mix the softened butter with 2 1/2 cups of powdered sugar until creamy. Add the vanilla and cocoa, and stir in 1/3 cup of water until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more water for a thinner frosting or more sugar to thicken.
6. Once the cake has cooled completely, you can frost it with the glaze or serve it as is. Get ready to enjoy a delicious treat!

Recipe adapted from Sweet Little Blue Bird

So why wait? Give this Chocolate Wacky Cake a try and surprise your tastebuds with its incredible taste and simplicity.