Ingredients
3/4 cup mayonnaise1 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup waterCHOCOLATE FROSTING:2 tablespoons butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoa2 tablespoons warm milk1 teaspoon vanilla extractDash salt
Preparation
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.
