Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake
This ultra-moist Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake is made with pantry staples and a secret ingredient—mayonnaise—for a rich, tender crumb and deep chocolate flavor. No eggs or oil needed! It’s a one-bowl, budget-friendly recipe that’s perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or a quick weeknight treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup full-fat mayonnaise
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: powdered sugar or chocolate frosting for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Add mayonnaise, water, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until the batter is smooth and well combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18g
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