The Kitchn: Chocolate wacky cake is a one-bowl answer to crazy times
4. Mix in no more than 1/2 cup of chocolate chips or dried fruit (or both!).
Sprinkle a handful of chocolate chips or dried fruit into the batter (dark chocolate chips and dried cherries are an especially nice combination). Use no more than 1/2 cup of chocolate chips or dried fruit (or a mixture of both). More than that, and the cake doesn't rise well.
5. The best topping takes only two seconds.
Most of the time, I don't frost this cake. Once it's cooled, I sift some powdered sugar over the top and call it a day. Put a little powdered sugar in a sifter or a mesh sieve and tap over the top. It takes two seconds and is pretty, fancy and tasty.
Of course, there are the times when life just needs a little frosting; and the extra time is worth it. Top this cake with your favorite frosting when you need to. Cream cheese, chocolate and vanilla frostings all taste great.
Chocolate Wacky Cake
Serves 8
Adapted from "The Wooden Spoon Bread Book" by Marilyn M. Moore
Cooking spray
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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