Name: Cake Mixes from Scratch and Variations Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 3/4 cup milk; Variations: sprinkles, chocolate chips, chopped nuts, dried fruits (optional)

Cake Mixes from Scratch and Variations Recipe

Austin Bach Modified: November 12, 2023

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 30 minutes

Total: 45 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 cup milk
Variations: sprinkles, chocolate chips, chopped nuts, dried fruits (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, you can frost the cake with your favorite frosting or serve as is. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories : 400
Total Fat : 16g
Saturated Fat : 3g
Cholesterol : 50mg
Sodium : 350mg
Total Carbohydrates : 61g
Dietary Fiber : 3g
Sugars : 39g
Protein : 6g

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