How to Make Mayonnaise Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mayonnaise cake is a delightful dessert that may surprise some with its unique ingredient: mayonnaise! This classic recipe has been enjoyed by generations and is a great way to use up any leftover mayonnaise you may have in your pantry. The mayonnaise not only adds moistness to the cake, but also a subtle tang and richness that sets it apart from traditional cake recipes.

Despite the unconventional ingredient, mayonnaise cake is incredibly easy to make and requires just a few simple i...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ¾ cup water
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 8- or 9-inch layers

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two (8- or 9-inch) round cake pans.
  • Sift together flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • Blend together mayonnaise, sugar, water, and vanilla in a large bowl with an electric mixer until well combined. Add flour mixture slowly, beating for 2 minutes. Pour batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Allow to cool, then frost with your favorite frosting.
  • Nutrition

    139 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 180mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 4mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 27mg