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gluten free wacky cake

Gluten Free Wacky Cake Recipe

Abby Martin
Gluten free wacky cake is a one-bowl classic, egg-free, dairy-free, and made with simple pantry staples. Moist, chocolatey, and ready in 40 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 servings
Calories 297 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 gluten free flour blend
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup baking cocoa
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 5 tablespoons oil
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup water
  • Powdered sugar optional

Instructions
 

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • 2. Grease an 8-inch square pan.
  • 3. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, salt, and baking soda.
  • 4. Make 1 large and 2 small craters in dry mix.
  • 5. Add oil to large crater, vinegar and vanilla to smaller ones.
  • 6. Pour water over all ingredients and stir until fully combined.
  • 7. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes.
  • 8. Let cool completely and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

You can mix directly in the pan for the traditional method, or in a bowl for better control.
Try swapping water for brewed coffee or adding chocolate chips.
Keyword easy gluten free chocolate cake, gluten free wacky cake