I sure love Portillo's! My mouth is watering just thinking of their Tuna Steak Sandwiches. That thick charred fish, topped with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and their tartar sauce on a sweet bun. YUM!! I want one right now!!!
My family, on the other hand, loves the Portillo's Chocolate Cake. It's so rich, thick, and moist. One of those cakes that leaves you thinking about it long after you've finished your meal. You may not have heard of Portillo's, but you can make this amazing cake at home. It's super easy and delicious. Your family and guests will be asking for more! I let them eat it before I reveal the ingredients.
Copycat Portillo's Chocolate Cake
devil's food chocolate cake mix
3 eggs
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup COLD whole milk
Combine all ingredients. Mix with mixer for 3-4 minutes. I bake mine in a 9x12 glass dish at 350 degrees for 30-32 minutes. Adjust for other size pans.
I top with a basic chocolate buttercream frosting.
Easy Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
1 cup (2 sticks) of softened butter
3-4 cups of powdered sugar
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1-2 tablespoons of whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract
Mix the butter until until fluffy. Add 3 cups of the powdered sugar, the cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon of milk, and the extract (I prefer Almond) and mix until fluffy. Add in more powdered sugar or milk for desired consistency. Frost when cake is cooled. I just frost it in the 9x12.
Have you ever eaten at Portillo's? Even if you haven't, you should try this out for your next get together and reap the compliments!
