Chocolate Snacking Cake

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  • 9
  • Average
  • 15 mins
  • 30 mins
  • Average budget

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 375 mL
  • 1 cup granulated sugar 250 mL
  • 3 tbsp cocoa 45 mL
  • 1 tsp each of baking powder and baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

In mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients (except nuts); mix thoroughly. Add liquid ingredients; stir with whisk until blended. Add nuts (if using).

Step 2

Pour into lightly greased 8-inch (20 cm) square cake pan. Bake in 350F (180C) oven for 30 minutes or until tester comes out clean.

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Instant Chocolate Icing: Sprinkle baked cake, while still hot, with about 1 cup (250 mL) chocolate chips OR top with a single layer of peppermint patties (round chocolate-coated patties with mint cream filling); spread when softened.

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