Classic Homemade Coca-Cola Chocolate Cake Dessert Recipe

Absolutely brilliant! I hope that I am not alone in my delight of this most perfect dessert combination, in my opinion. Chocolate cake and Coca-Cola! My first introduction was as I read through the tasty goodness of a Cracker Barrel menu during a family vacation. Coca-Cola and rich chocolate cake seemed like a magical, mythical dessert fantasy. Most commonly served as a classic, southern hospitality dessert in the southern states, Coca-Cola is the flavorful not-so-secret ingredient in both the cake and the frosting. Did you know that Coca-Cola carbonation stands in as an additional leavening agent to help the cake to rise? Adding in a refreshing splash of cola also gives the cake a light and fluffy consistency along with a rich, chocolate flavor. Let's get set to prepare this tasty recipe to bake a classic, homemade Coca-Cola chocolate cake for a rich and refreshing dessert.

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Classic Homemade Coca-Cola Chocolate Cake Recipe

Cake Ingredients

This recipe works best as a 9x13-inch sheet cake. Here's an interesting recipe idea- add marshmallows to add moisture as the cake is baking for a chewy, brownie-like texture. You will need-

1 Cup Unsalted Butter
¾ Cup Mini-Marshmallows 

2 Ounces Unsweetened Chocolate Chips
1 Cup Original Coca-Cola
2⅓ Cup All-Purpose Flour

¾ Cup Cocoa Powder
1½ Teaspoon Baking Powder

1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
½ Teaspoon Salt
2 Cups Sugar
½ Cup Vegetable Oil
2 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
3 Eggs
¾ Cup Buttermilk

Coca-Cola Icing Ingredients

Whipping up homemade frosting with Coca-Cola to complement the cake is often drizzled over the cake while it's still warm, which allows it to melt slightly and form a shiny, crackly glaze as it sets. It may be helpful to prepare the icing ahead of time, maintained at room temperature. Sprinkling chopped pecans or walnuts are a delicious addition (if not an allergy risk) to the cake. You will need-

2 Cups Butter
1/2 Cup Original Coca-Cola
1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla
1 Cup Sifted Cocoa Powder
4 Ounces Melted Unsweetened Chocolate
1 ¼ Pound Sifted Powdered Sugar

Cake instructions | You Will-

1- Preheat oven to 325°F.
2- Melt butter in saucepan with mini-marshmallows; stir until melted.

3- Add chocolate while stirring over low heat until melted. 

4- Pour in Coca-Cola, then allow to cool.
5- Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
6- Mix sugar, oil, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl. 

7- Add and mix eggs one at a time. 

8- Pour in cooled Coca-Cola mixture and mix until combined. 9- Add half the flour mixture, buttermilk, then remaining flour mixture. 
10- Pour into 2 (8 or 9-inch) cake pans. Bake 40 - 45 minutes, until cake center firms. Set aside to cool.

Icing Instructions | You Will-

(Remember, best prepared a day in advance.)

1- Cream butter in bowl with mixer until smooth.
2- Add Coca-Cola and vanilla. Mix until blended. 

3- Add cocoa powder and chocolate. Mix until smooth. 

4- Blend in powdered sugar on low speed until smooth. 

5- Frost cake and enjoy!

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