Tuesday's meal called for a dessert, and in true frugal fashion I didn't want it to break the bank. I've been eating all things chocolate the last few days, so I knew I wanted something chocolately--but I wanted lots of it!
This occassion called for Depression Cake. But not the regular run of the mill Depression Cake. My revamped, chocolate infused Depression Cake.
I stumbled upon this recipe a while back over at Grocery Cart Challenge, and it is yummy as is and costs a mere .35 for 9 servings!
Here is my revamped version (I only made slight changes this time).
Chocolate Infused Depression Cake
1 1/2 c flour
1 cup sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup water
1 tsp vanilla
1tsp vinegar
6 Tbsp cocoa
6 Tbsp oil
6 Tbsp cocoa
6 Tbsp oil
1 cup chocolate chips
Mix all the ingredients together making sure that they are fully incorporated. Pour batter in a 9x9 pan and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
After I made this cake my wheels started turning and I started playing with it. I made a second version where I replaced the cocoa with a box of pudding (all I had was white chocolate) and I threw in a handful of peanut butter chips that I found in my cabinet. It turned out okay--I think the chips were past their prime, but the pudding gave it a good flavor.
I say all this to show you the versatility of this cake. The cake baked up beautifully with the addition of the pudding mix--so your possibilities are endless.
Here are some combinations to think of:
- French Vanilla Pudding Mix
- White Chocolate Pudding Mix with white chocolate chips (maybe even a small addition of macadamia nuts)
- Coconut Pudding Mix and a handful of shredded coconut.
- Banana Cream Pudding Mix with 1/2 smashed banana
- Oreo Pudding Mix with 1/2 cup crushed oreos
Of course different additions with affect the pricing of the cake--but, either way you look at it it is still a frugal, delish cake!
If you try any of these variations, or have any other ideas, please let us know!
This post is linked to Kitchen Tip Tuesday, Tempt My Tummy Tuesday, and Tasty Tuesday.
13 comments:
Oh, yum! This sounds delish! Chocolate is a girl's best friend or is that diamonds?! :D
Mmmmm...sounds great! I could really go for some chocolate today!
Ooooh sounds yummmmmy!!!
I never knew it was called a Depression Cake until today! See, I'm learning new things! Thanks for the recipe and the great add-in ideas!
~Kim
I never heard of depression cake, but it looks great and easy. I love easy. Thanks for sharing your recipe and linking up to Tempt My Tummy Tuesday.
I've seen a similar recipe to this called Wacky Chocolate Cake. Anyway I love the add-in ideas!
I saw your link on Blissfully Domestic, and I'm glad I stopped by. Thanks for the recipe!
This sounds D-E-L-I-S-H and oh so frugal!! Love it!
I saw that recipe and meant to make it myself too but I completely forgot. Thanks for the reminder!
Here's my idea, although if kind of goes against the whole frugal nature of the cake - top with vanilla ice, hot fudge sauce and sliced strawberries. Hmmm, since it would cost a bit more then a frugal dessert should, I think it should just be dinner and dessert all in one. :)
Oh this sounds great. I have such a taste for something to bake soon... and this is totally up my alley because I can do it dairy free for my daughter with carob chips. Thanks!
I have a similar recipe that my family loves! The cake turns out so moist, too. I happen to think it is the vinegar that does that trick. And, it is so easy! Who knew making a cake from scratch could be so easy and yummy!
This sounds wonderful! Frugal and chocolate! Thank you for sharing the recipe.
Chocolate... easy... frugal... sounds good to me!
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