Old-Fashioned Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake – Moist & Easy

Introduction

This Old-Fashioned Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake is wonderfully moist, rich, and chocolatey, with a surprisingly simple ingredient list. Mayonnaise might sound unusual in a cake, but it adds richness and helps create a soft, tender crumb without making the cake taste like mayonnaise.

With just a few pantry staples, this classic-style chocolate cake makes an easy dessert for family gatherings, birthdays, holidays, or an everyday sweet treat.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ⅓ cup cocoa powder
• 1½ teaspoons baking soda
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch round or square baking pan.
2. Combine the dry ingredients:
   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking soda until evenly combined.
3. Add the wet ingredients:
   Add the mayonnaise, water, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
4. Mix the batter:
   Beat or whisk until the batter is smooth and well combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Pour into the pan:
   Transfer the chocolate batter to the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
6. Bake:
   Bake for approximately 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
7. Cool:
   Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Serve:
   Serve the cake plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with your favorite chocolate frosting.

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Conclusion

This Old-Fashioned Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake is proof that simple ingredients can make an incredibly delicious dessert. It’s rich, moist, chocolatey, and easy enough to prepare whenever a homemade cake craving strikes.