Ingredients

The following ingredients have 9 Servings
  • 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

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 350°F, and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  • Combine sugar, flour and cocoa in a large bowl. Stir in baking soda and salt.
  • Whisk in oil, vanilla and vinegar, and add water and mix until batter is smooth.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 30 to 35 minutes until center is done and toothpick comes out clean.
  • Prepare optional glaze: Mix butter with 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar until creamy. Add vanilla and cocoa. Stir in 1/3 cup water until smooth. Mix in additional water for thinner frosting, or use more sugar to thicken the mixture. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
  • Allow cake to cool completely before frostng or serving. Enjoy!