Depression Cake Recipe
Servings: 9 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cup freshly brewed coffee
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Chocolate frosting optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, and spray an 8x8-inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt.2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt
- Stir in the coffee, oil, vinegar and vanilla just until combined then pour it into the prepared baking pan.1 ¼ cup freshly brewed coffee, ⅓ cup vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
- Scroll up and see the post for tips, FAQs, and storage recommendations.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 slice of cake without frosting. Actual calories will vary.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
*Photos courtesy of Karla Rae Photography.
Nutrition Facts
Depression Cake Recipe
Serving Size
1 slice
Amount per Serving
Calories
267
% Daily Value*
Fat
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
5
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Sodium
192
mg
8
%
Potassium
129
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
45
g
15
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
22
g
24
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Calcium
28
mg
3
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
