Southern Coca Cola Cake

The Coca Cola Cake is a classic Southern dessert that became popular in the 1950s. The addition of Coca Cola to 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: 12.

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Southern Coca Cola Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Southern Courses: 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: 12 Calories: 4800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Coca Cola
• ¹⁄₄ cup Buttermilk
• 2 2 Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Confectioners' sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Chopped pecans

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 saucepan, melt the butter and add the Coca Cola. Bring to a boil and pour over the dry ingredients. Mix well.
4. Add the buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mixture and stir until smooth.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
7. In a small saucepan, melt the remaining butter and add the remaining Coca Cola. Bring to a boil and remove from heat.
8. Stir in the confectioners' sugar and chopped pecans until well combined.
9. Pour the glaze over the warm cake and let it cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 40g

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.