Chocolate Oil Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A rich, moist chocolate cake with a subtle cocoa flavor, this oil-based recipe yields a tender crumb perfect for any chocolate lover. Its simple ingredients and straightforward method make it ideal for gatherings or a delightful dessert to satisfy sweet cravings.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 c. flour, sifted
  • 1 c. cocoa
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. sour milk
  • 1 c. oil
  • 2 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 c. hot water mixed with 2 tsp. baking soda
  • nuts (if desired)

Instructions

  1. Beat all ingredients well together.
  2. Pour the batter into a greased and floured loaf pan.
  3. Bake at 350°F for approximately 45 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

755 kcal 38% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.9g 22% DV
Total Fat 40.4g 52% DV
Carbs 74.9g 27% DV
Fiber 10.3g 37% DV
Sugar 3.6g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9770.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 1067.8mg 23% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16.5mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 119.3mg 9% DV
Iron 5.8mg 32% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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