Mayonnaise Chocolate Cake
Discover the rich, moist decadence of a Mayonnaise Chocolate Cake—a timeless treat that’s as easy to make as it is indulgent. This unique recipe swaps traditional fats like butter for creamy mayonnaise, which adds an unbeatable level of moisture and richness to every bite. Made with classic pantry staples like cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and vanilla extract, this cake can be mixed up in no time, with just 15 minutes of prep. Perfectly versatile, it bakes beautifully in either a 9x13-inch pan or as layered rounds for a more elegant presentation. Whether frosted with a luscious chocolate topping or simply dusted with powdered sugar, this cake is guaranteed to impress. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or weeknight desserts, this crowd-pleaser brings bold flavor with a surprising twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.6667 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or two 8-inch round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the mayonnaise to the dry ingredients and mix until it forms a crumbly texture.
Gradually pour in the water and vanilla extract, stirring constantly, until a smooth batter forms.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan(s).
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan(s) before frosting or serving.
Optionally, frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3771 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.1 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 4078 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 531.8 g | 193% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.7 g | 228% | |
| Total Sugars | 204.8 g | ||
| Protein | 56.6 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 36.5 mg | 203% | |
| Potassium | 2688 mg | 57% | |
*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.
