Wacky Cocoa Cake

This first recipe is for a 9″ x 13″ (thicker) OR 11″ x 15″ pan (normal):

• Mix together in a bowl:
• 3 c. flour
• 2 c. sugar
• 1/2 c. cocoa
• 1 t. salt
• Now form a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in (in order given):
• 2 c. water (room temp)
• 3/4 c. vegetable oil
• 2 t. baking soda
• 2 T. apple cider vinegar
• Wait for the water to get fizzy! If it doesn’t, give the water part a little stir to activate the soda and vinegar. You want it to get fizzy before mixing everything. After it the fizzing subsides, mix the ingredients well. Be sure to scrape the bottom and sides of bowl before pouring the batter into a greased pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. Use a cake tester (or tooth pick) to make sure it is done.

I like to make this cake into cupcakes and do a yummy filling! But I also like to use a baker’s half sheet (about 11″ x 17″) often! When I do these I use the following measurements, following the same directions.

• 4 1/2 c. flour
• 3 c. sugar
• 3/4 c. cocoa
• 1 1/2 t. salt
• In the well part pour in:
• 3 c. water
• 1 1/3 c. vegetable oil
• 1 T. baking soda
• 3 T. apple cider vinegar
• MIX WELL!!!!

This is often a requested birthday cake. With Betty Crocker’s Funfetti frosting. I even use 2 tubs on this large size cake! Looks boring. Tastes great!