Description
This Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake is a simple, moist, and delicious dessert made with just seven ingredients, including mayonnaise to keep it tender and rich without the need for eggs or butter.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (256 g)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
- 6 tablespoons cocoa powder (44 g)
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup water (237 g)
- 1 cup mayonnaise (232 g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and baking soda to ensure an even mixture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the water, mayonnaise, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined and no lumps remain, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to ensure even baking.
- Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use full-fat mayonnaise for the best moistness and flavor.
- You can substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour to make it gluten-free, adjusting liquids if necessary.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of espresso powder to the dry ingredients.
- Store the cake covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to one week.
- This cake pairs well with a dusting of powdered sugar or a simple chocolate glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (assuming 9 slices)
- Calories: 362 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
