Water Cake

Absolutely, I can share with you the recipe for water cake, which is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a light and dairy-free dessert. It’s also versatile and can be customized with various flavors to suit your taste.

Ingredients

• 200 g of sugar
• 300 g of all-purpose flour
• 50 g of unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for a chocolate version)
• 16 g of baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• 100 ml of seed oil
• 300 ml of water
• Flavoring of choice (vanilla, grated orange or lemon zest, etc.)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. In a large bowl, mix the sugar, sifted flour, cocoa if you want a chocolate version, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the oil and water a little at a time, mixing with a whisk to avoid lumps.
4. Incorporate the chosen flavor and mix well until you get a smooth and homogeneous mixture.
5. Pour the batter into a previously greased and floured pan, or lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool before unmolding it.

Curiosity

The water cake is an ideal solution for those who are lactose intolerant or are following a vegan diet, since it contains neither butter nor milk. Originally conceived in times of scarcity, this recipe demonstrates how a delicious dessert can be made with simple and readily available ingredients. It can be enriched with additions such as nuts, chocolate chips, or spices like cinnamon for an extra touch.

Enjoy cooking! I hope you like this simple but tasty cake.