Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake
A moist and rich cake made using mayonnaise for a uniquely tender texture, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise Make sure it's at room temperature for best mixing results.
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder You can use dark cocoa for a richer flavor.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, water, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
To store your cake, cover it with plastic wrap or foil. It can be at room temperature for a couple of days, or refrigerated for up to a week. For serving, consider a dusting of powdered sugar or pairing with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.