Coca-Cola Cake

## Coca-Cola Cake

Oh, wow. This Coca-Cola Cake. Picture the chocolatiest, most nostalgic slice of heaven—just like what Grandma used to make, but with that secret cola twist that makes it irresistibly unique. This cake’s been in the family recipe book, covered in flour and who-knows-what for ages, and one rainy afternoon I decided it needed a modern-day feature on the blog. One taste and you’ll know why it’s got a special spot in our sugar-loving hearts.

This cake is a superstar at family gatherings. The first time I baked it, my husband practically devoured half before I even set it on the table. There’s just something so retro and charming about using Coke in a cake! My little ones squeal with excitement whenever they see me cracking open a can, and they know it’s not for drinking. Somehow, it’s become this quirky little slice of happiness that makes every home dinner feel like a potluck party.

Why You’ll Love This Coca-Cola Cake

– It combines your caffeine fix with your sweet tooth cravings. Talk about multi-tasking!
– It makes you feel like a time-traveling chef. You’re essentially baking with pop and nostalgia.
– You can say you baked a cake with soda. It’s a fun conversation starter.

How to Make It

Alright, here’s the deal: making this cake is as easy as, well, opening a Coke can. But don’t worry if you get some cola foam splatter — it’ll all be worth it. Start by preheating that oven; that’s like your “get-ready” anthem. Mix up your dry ingredients and then the magic begins with butter, cocoa, and that bubbly Coke on the stovetop, stirring and hoping you don’t spill (not that I’ve ever done that…). Pour that hot, chocolatey lava into your dry stuff and stir like your life depends on it, or like you’re trying to get to that last bit of peanut butter at the bottom of the jar. A couple of eggs jump into the mix, making it deliciously glossy. Then into the oven it goes and you pray for divine intervention (or just set a timer).

Ingredient Notes

– **Coca-Cola:** The superhero of the dish. Gives it a unique flavor and tons of moisture. Don’t drink it all before baking!
– **Butter:** The richer, the better. Or accidentally forget to buy it and try margarine. It’s possible, just not first-date cake material.
– **Cocoa Powder:** Use the best you can find. Once tried a cheap one, no regrets, just a few “ehs” in the taste department.

### Recipe Steps:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Mix flour, sugar, and baking soda in a big bowl.
3. Melt butter, cocoa, and Coke in a saucepan (try not to drink it yet).
4. Combine with dry ingredients; stir well.
5. Add eggs and mix until smooth.
6. Pour into a baking pan and bake for about 30 minutes. Voila!

What to Serve It With

This cake loves a scoop of vanilla ice cream on its side, or even just a side of iced cold cola, because why not? Or whipped cream, if you’re feeling extra-fancy.

Tips & Mistakes

Melt the butter completely; an angry chunk won’t do, I learned the hard way. Also, wearing a favorite tee while pouring Coke into the mix? Risky but thrilling.

Storage Tips

Store leftovers (if there are any) in an airtight container, at room temp it’ll stay decent for a few days. However, it’s weirdly satisfying cold too — a quick bite straight from the fridge while contemplating breakfast options isn’t a bad life choice at all.

Variations and Substitutions

If Coke isn’t your thing (or if you’re simply out), Dr. Pepper works wonders. Once did ginger ale out of desperation — it was a whole Mardi Gras cake moment, but hey, it still passed! Feel free to reduce sugar if you’re on a mission to feel less guilty about dessert.

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Coca-Cola Cake

A moist and rich chocolate cake infused with the classic flavor of Coca-Cola, topped with a creamy chocolate glaze.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 2 cups granulated sugar
• ▢ 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• ▢ 1 cup Coca-Cola not diet
• ▢ 1 cup unsalted butter cut into pieces
• ▢ 0.5 cup buttermilk
• ▢ 2 each large eggs
• ▢ 1 tbsp baking soda
• ▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract

Chocolate Glaze

• ▢ 0.75 cup unsalted butter
• ▢ 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ▢ 3 cups powdered sugar
• ▢ 0.333 cup Coca-Cola not diet
• ▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
• In a large saucepan, combine butter and Coca-Cola. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then remove from heat and stir in cocoa powder until smooth.
• In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and baking soda. Slowly pour in the chocolate mixture and stir until combined.
• Add buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the batter and mix until smooth.
• Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• While cake bakes, prepare glaze by melting butter in a saucepan. Remove from heat and stir in cocoa powder, powdered sugar, Coca-Cola, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• Pour the glaze over the hot cake immediately after removing it from the oven. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

This classic Southern cake is perfect for any celebration and pairs wonderfully with a cold glass of milk.