Depression Cake II

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, melted
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup buttermilk

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Slowly stir in the buttermilk until the ingredients are just blended.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
4. Allow the cake to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• This cake’s name comes from the Great Depression era, when many families had to make do with fewer ingredients.
• This cake does not require any butter or cream, making it a great dessert for those trying to watch their fat intake.
• The addition of cocoa powder in this recipe gives the cake a delicious chocolate flavor.