Prepare to have your mind blown by the most unexpected and incredibly moist chocolate cake that uses a secret ingredient you'd never guess - mayonnaise! This Triple Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake is about to revolutionize your baking game, delivering an unbelievably rich, tender, and intensely chocolatey dessert that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Forget everything you thought you knew about cake baking - this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and mayonnaise. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and well-incorporated, creating a creamy base.
- Sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl to ensure no lumps remain and ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the mayonnaise mixture, stirring gently with a spatula. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix the batter.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and fold in half of the chocolate chips, reserving the remaining chips for topping.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top of the batter.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center - it should come out clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, you can optionally dust with powdered sugar or add a chocolate ganache frosting for extra indulgence.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smoother mixing and better cake texture.
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until the ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender.
- For extra moisture, use full-fat mayonnaise - it's the secret to the cake's incredible softness.
- Check your cake a few minutes before the recommended baking time to prevent overcooking.
- Let the cake cool completely before adding any frosting or toppings to prevent melting.
- Store the cake in an airtight container to maintain its moisture for up to 3-4 days.
- For an extra indulgent touch, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate ganache.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 20mg
