2 c. flour
1 c. sugar
3 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. cocoa
1 c. mayonnaise
1 c. water
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. walnuts (optional)

Sift flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and cocoa (or spices). Add mayonnaise, water, vanilla and optional nuts. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes for cake, 20 minutes for cupcakes.

For spice version substitute in place of cocoa:

1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. allspice