Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour, for structure
1 cup granulated sugar, for sweetness
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, for rich chocolate flavor
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, for lift
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda, for fluffiness
1/4 teaspoon salt, for balance
1 cup mayonnaise, for moisture and tenderness
1 cup water, for texture
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, for flavor enhancement
For the Frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened, for creaminess
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, for deep chocolate richness
3 cups powdered sugar, for sweetness and structure
1/3 cup milk, for creamy consistency
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, for flavor enhancement
Directions
Preheat the Magic: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Dry Delight: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Creamy Elixir: Add the mayonnaise, water, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.
Layered Dreams: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Baking Alchemy: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Cooling Serenade: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool compleIn the baking realm, where magic comes alive, imagine a cake that feels like the gentle touch of heaven with each bite. And at the heart of this gastronomic enchantment? A most unexpected star: mayonnaise. The Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake is an epitome of decadence, a melody of moistness, offering you layers of luscious chocolate, each melting in unison with its cocoa essence. Far from ordinary, this cake is a musical performance, a serenade to your senses. Whether it’s for an exquisite gathering or a personal indulgence, baking and relishing this cake is a dive into gourmet delight.
ENJOY!
