Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 tsp baking soda
– ½ tsp salt
– 1 cup water
– 1/3 cup vegetable oil
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tbsp white vinegar
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk or electric mixer
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Rubber spatula
– 9-inch round cake pans
– Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start off, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your 9-inch round cake pans—this step is essential to ensure your cake comes out perfectly. In my experience, this cake works best with two pans for even baking, but you could also use one if you want a layered look. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Combining these dry ingredients helps to eliminate lumps and ensures a consistent texture, which I always find makes a world of difference in the final cake. (See the next page below to continue steps…)