This waste-not cake recipe is the perfect way to use up any leftover ingredients you have in your kitchen. A moist and flavorful cake that incorporates bits and pieces of various ingredients, creating a unique and tasty dessert that reduces food waste.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of flour
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 cup of milk
- 1/2 cup of mix-ins (e.g. nuts, chocolate chips, dried fruit)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the vegetable oil and milk to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in your mix-ins of choice, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving. Enjoy this waste-not cake as a delicious and inventive way to prevent food waste.
Interesting Facts
Waste-not cake is a versatile recipe that can be customized based on the ingredients you have on hand.
This cake is a great way to reduce food waste by using up leftover bits of nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit.
Get creative with your mix-ins to create a cake that is truly one-of-a-kind and delicious.