This chocolate mayonnaise cake is a classic American dessert that is moist, rich, and incredibly delicious. Made with simple ingredients like cocoa powder, mayonnaise, and flour, this cake is perfect for any occasion. The creamy mayonnaise adds a unique twist to a traditional chocolate cake, resulting in a moist and decadent dessert that everyone will love. Whether you are baking for a birthday, holiday, or just because, this chocolate mayonnaise cake will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you craving for more.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1⅓ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the mayonnaise, water, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until everything is well combined and the batter is smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, you can frost and decorate them as desired. Enjoy!
