Cake Mix Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake
Indulge in the rich, moist decadence of this Cake Mix Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake, a modern twist on a classic dessert that’s both quick and irresistibly delicious! Made with simple pantry staples like a box of chocolate cake mix, creamy mayonnaise, and eggs, this recipe delivers bakery-quality results with minimal effort. The secret ingredient—mayonnaise—adds incredible moisture while enhancing the deep, chocolatey flavor, making every bite perfectly soft and luscious. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this cake is wonderfully versatile: bake it in layers for a celebration-worthy centerpiece or in a 9x13-inch pan for an everyday treat. For an extra chocolate punch, dust your pans with cocoa powder before baking and top it with your favorite frosting. Perfect for birthdays, parties, or an indulgent dessert at home, this easy chocolate mayonnaise cake is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup water
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or one 9x13-inch rectangular pan. Optionally, dust the pans with unsweetened cocoa powder for extra chocolatey flavor.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, mayonnaise, water, and eggs. Use a hand mixer or whisk to beat the ingredients together for about 2 minutes, or until smooth and well combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans or pour it all into the rectangular pan. Smooth out the surface with a spatula to ensure even baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, frost or decorate as desired. Serve and enjoy your rich and delicious Cake Mix Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3974 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 238.7 g | 306% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.5 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 793 mg | 264% | |
| Sodium | 3272 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 456.6 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 225.8 g | ||
| Protein | 46.6 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 615 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 1164 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
