Ingredients
1 cup boiling water1 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1/2 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking sodaMOCHA FROSTING:3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup baking cocoa1/2 to 1 teaspoon instant coffee granulesPinch salt1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the water, mayonnaise and vanilla. Combine the flour, sugar, cocoa and baking soda; add to the mayonnaise mixture and beat until well mixed.
Fill greased or paper-lined muffins cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.
For frosting, combine the, confectioners’ sugar, cocoa, coffee granules and salt in a large bowl. Stir in cream. Place mixer beaters in bowl; cover and chill for 30 minutes. Beat frosting until stiff peaks form. Frost the cupcakes. Refrigerate leftovers.
