Cola Cake

Cola Cake is a popular Southern dessert that originated in the United States. The addition of cola in the cake batter gives it a unique flavor and moist texture.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Cola Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cola
• ¹⁄₂ cup Buttermilk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Confectioners' sugar
• 1 tablespoon Milk
• optional for garnish Maraschino cherries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in the cola and bring to a boil.
4. Pour the cola mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well.
5. Add the buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and milk to make the glaze.
10. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake.
11. Let the cake cool completely before serving.
12. Garnish with maraschino cherries, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 32g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.