Sourdough Chocolate Cake

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup thick Sourdough Starter
• 1 cup water
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup nonfat dry milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 eggs
• 3 (1 ounce) squares chocolate, melted

Instructions

1. Mix sourdough starter, water, flour and dry milk; let ferment for 2 to 3 hours in a warm place until bubbly and there is a clear sour milk odor.
2. Cream, sugar, oil, salt, flavorings and baking soda.
3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Combine creamed mixture and melted chocolate with sourdough mixture. Stir 300 strokes or mix at low speed until blended.
5. Pour into 2 layer pans or 1 large cake pan.
6. Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 to 30 minutes.
7. Cool and frost with your favorite icing.