Salad Dressing Cake
Discover the surprisingly delightful twist of a classic dessert with our Salad Dressing Cake recipe—a unique and moist chocolate cake that uses mayonnaise as the secret ingredient! This retro-inspired treat transforms pantry staples into a rich, velvety cake that’s perfect for any occasion. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe combines unsweetened cocoa, sugar, and a hint of vanilla for deep, decadent flavors, while the salad dressing adds both moisture and a subtle tang. Baked to perfection in under 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser delivers a lusciously soft texture with every bite. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or crowned with your favorite frosting for an indulgent dessert that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Ideal for chocolate lovers searching for something new, "Salad Dressing Cake" is a must-try recipe packed with nostalgic charm and bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Salad dressing (e.g., mayonnaise)
- 1 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing and lightly flouring it, or lining it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Add the salad dressing (mayonnaise), water, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir the mixture gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until fully combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 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 on a wire rack.
Once cooled, slice and serve plain, or top with your choice of frosting, powdered sugar, or a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.9 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.8 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 5129 mg | 223% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 405.0 g | 147% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 204.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.7 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 642 mg | 14% | |
*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.
