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Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake

A luscious, moist chocolate cake made with mayonnaise for a rich texture and flavor.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chocolate, Easy
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
  • 0.67 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1.25 cups Granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 cup Water

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Step 2: Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and granulated sugar. Whisk until well combined.
  • Step 4: In another bowl, mix the mayonnaise and water until smooth.
  • Step 5: Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  • Step 6: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
  • Step 7: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Step 8: Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Step 9: Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or enjoy plain. Slice and serve.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9-inch Round Cake Pans
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Notes

For an extra chocolatey flavor, consider adding chocolate chips to the batter. Ensure your mayonnaise is at room temperature for easier mixing.