Description
Southern Coca-Cola Cake is a moist and rich chocolate-flavored cake uniquely enhanced with Coca-Cola in both the batter and the luscious frosting. This classic Southern dessert offers a perfect balance of sweetness and a tender crumb, topped with a smooth, creamy frosting and optional pecans for added crunch.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup Coca-Cola
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Frosting Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup Coca-Cola
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, Coca-Cola, eggs, vanilla extract, softened butter, and vegetable oil until smooth and well blended.
- Blend Batter: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the greased and floured baking dish, smoothing the top evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is done.
- Make Frosting: While the cake bakes, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add Coca-Cola and heavy cream, stirring until it simmers gently.
- Thicken Frosting: Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla extract, cooking for 2-3 minutes more until the frosting becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
- Frost Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and immediately pour the hot frosting over the warm cake, allowing it to absorb and coat the top.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped pecans on top if desired. Let the cake cool slightly before slicing and serving for best texture.
Notes
- The buttermilk adds moisture and enhances the cake’s tenderness.
- The Coca-Cola in the batter and frosting provides a subtle caramel and chocolate flavor.
- Use room temperature ingredients to help the batter come together smoothly.
- Chopped pecans are optional but add a nice crunch and traditional Southern touch.
- Make sure to pour frosting immediately while cake is warm for better absorption.
