IN my family this cake is also known as war time cake. I was a child during WWII but still remember my Mother making this cake as a treat, when eggs, butter and sugar were rationed. It's rich and moist, a little goes a long way and it has been fail proof.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat the mayonnaise, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to mayonnaise mixture alternately with water, beating well after each addition., Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar, cocoa, milk, vanilla and salt. Frost cake. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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Saif haitham
[email protected]This cake is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. The frosting is rich and creamy, and the cake is moist and chocolatey. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.
Chane Swartz
[email protected]This cake is amazing! It's so moist and chocolatey, and the frosting is the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.
Moniquea Thomas
[email protected]This cake is a hit! It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I'll definitely be making this cake again soon.
Beverly Kaercher
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it tastes delicious. The frosting is rich and creamy, and the cake is moist and chocolatey. I will definitely be making this cake again.
mohammed muktahir
[email protected]This cake is amazing! It's so moist and chocolatey, and the frosting is the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Faisal Urooj
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. The frosting is also amazing. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Hori Rai
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this cake was so easy to make. It turned out perfect, and it was so delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sd sd
[email protected]This cake is so moist and decadent, it's hard to believe it's made with mayonnaise. The frosting is also amazing, and it pairs perfectly with the chocolate cake.
Sabikun Nahar Meem
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chocolate cake, but this one is an exception. It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Denish Khadka
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh and delicious.
Charbel Baho
[email protected]I made this cake for my son's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he's ever had.
Kawsar Bepary
[email protected]This cake is so moist and decadent, it's hard to believe it's made with mayonnaise. The frosting is also amazing, and it pairs perfectly with the chocolate cake.
SD SHAkil Khan
[email protected]I've made this cake several times for potlucks and parties, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and everyone loves it.
Sadikul Sadikul
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chocolate cake, but this one is an exception. It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Dillon Abrahams
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh and delicious.
Olabode Babatunde
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.
Peggie Thompson
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about using mayonnaise in a cake, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The cake was so moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy.
Gulabi Balouch
[email protected]This was my first time making a chocolate mayonnaise cake, and I was pleasantly surprised. It was really easy to make and turned out so moist and delicious.
Mona Refaat
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Victor Usun
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my party! It was so moist and chocolatey, and the frosting was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.