Ingredients

  • CAKE
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons baking cocoa
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • BROWN SUGAR FROSTING
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 3/4 cups confectioners' sugar

Method

  • For Cake: In a large bowl, combine water, mayo, and vanilla until well mixed.
  • In a separate large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa, and baking soda; gradually beat into the mayo/water mixture until blended.
  • Pour into a greased 9"x 9" or 11"x 7" baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes. Cool completely.
  • For Frosting: In a small saucepan, cook and stir brown sugar in butter until bubbly. Remove from heat; stir in milk.
  • Gradually add confectioners' sugar and beat until smooth.