Budget Pantry Fudge Cake

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 14
Budget Pantry Fudge Cake recipe for a quick and easy dessert
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups self-raising flour
3 tablespoons cocoa
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
1 tablespoon white vinegar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil ( not olive or other strong flavoured oil )
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup icing sugar ( optional )
1 cup icing sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cocoa
1 tablespoon butter
1 -2 tablespoon hot water ( do not be tempted to use extra ! )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
389
Sugar
46g
Fat
16g
Budget Pantry Fudge Cake is the perfect solution for those who want a quick and easy dessert using only basic pantry ingredients. This moist and fudgy cake is the perfect solution when you're craving a sweet treat but don't want to put in too much effort. The cake can be made in just over 30 minutes and has a rich chocolate flavour that's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream or allow to cool and cut into slices for an easy dessert your whole family will love.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C/ 350°F. Grease a 20cm (8 inch) cake tin.
2.In a large bowl, sift together the self-raising flour and cocoa. Add the sugar and salt and mix well.
3.Combine the water, vanilla essence, white vinegar and vegetable oil in a jug.
4.Gradually stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing well to form a smooth batter.
5.Pour the mixture into the prepared cake tin and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.
6.Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and allow to cool completely.
7.To make the icing, combine the icing sugar, cocoa, butter and hot water in a small bowl. Mix well until smooth and spreadable.
8.Once the cake has cooled, spread the icing over the top and serve.

PROS

This cake is quick and easy to make, and uses only basic pantry ingredients.

The fudgy chocolate flavour is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

CONS

This cake can be quite rich, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation.

It’s also not suitable for those with gluten or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake isn’t particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat.
The cocoa powder used in the recipe contains antioxidants and may have cardiovascular benefits when consumed in moderation. However, this recipe also contains a relatively high amount of added sugar.

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