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Three-Cup Cake

A simple, chocolatey cake that’s easy to make and perfect for sharing, this Three-Cup Cake is the ultimate comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Sifted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine the water, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool before serving. Enjoy with your coffee!

Notes

Serve thick slices dusted with icing sugar, topped with whipped cream and berries, or enjoyed with a rich espresso. The cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months.