Description

This Moist Chocolate Cake is perfect for any occasion. Its rich chocolate flavor, combined with mayonnaise for extra moisture, makes it a delightful treat. Easy to prepare and bake, it’s ideal for gatherings or a cozy family dessert.

Ingredients

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1 3/4 cups (230g) all purpose flour
1/4 cup (30g) cornstarch
1 cup (100g) unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1 cup (205g) dark brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup (108g) vegetable oil
1 cup (230g) mayonnaise
3 large eggs
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup (128g) milk
1 tbsp vinegar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup (240g) hot coffee (or 1 cup hot water + 2 tsp instant espresso powder)
2 cups (450g) unsalted butter, room temp
1 1/2 cups (165g) powdered sugar
3 tbsp corn syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of kosher salt
3/4 cup (177g) warm water
3/4 cup (75g) dutch process cocoa powder (or unsweetened cocoa powder)
10 oz dark chocolate chips (one bag), melted and cooled slightly

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare 3 8-inch cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a measuring cup, mix the milk with vinegar and vanilla, and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, vegetable oil, and mayonnaise, then add the eggs and egg yolk. Whisk until well mixed.
Add the milk mixture to the sugar and egg mixture, and stir.
Pour in half of the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
Gradually stir in the hot coffee until mixed well, followed by the remaining dry ingredients. The batter will be thin.
Distribute the cake batter evenly into the three prepared pans.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before running a knife around the edges and turning them out to cool completely on a rack.

Notes

Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.
You can substitute the hot coffee with hot water and espresso powder for a lighter flavor.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain moisture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 65mg