Ale 8 Cake
Celebrate southern flavors with this irresistibly moist and flavorful Ale 8 Cake, a dessert that showcases the iconic Kentucky soft drink, Ale-8-One. This unique cake combines the crisp, gingery citrus notes of Ale-8-One with rich buttery layers, creating a perfectly balanced treat. The batter comes together effortlessly with a blend of pantry staples and a splash of buttermilk, while the warm Ale-8-infused frosting adds a sweet, tangy finish that melts into every slice. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple one-pan method, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for gatherings, potlucks, or any time you want to wow your guests with a taste of the Bluegrass State. Perfectly nostalgic and utterly decadent, this Ale 8 Cake is a must-try for soft drink enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup Ale-8-One soft drink
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 0.25 cup Ale-8-One soft drink (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in 1 cup of Ale-8-One soft drink and bring the mixture to just below a boil. Remove from heat.
Pour the hot Ale-8-One and butter mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until incorporated.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Add this wet mixture to the batter and mix until smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a saucepan, melt 0.5 cups of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in 0.25 cups of Ale-8-One and bring the mixture to a simmer before removing from heat.
Transfer the butter and Ale-8-One mixture to a mixing bowl. Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Once the cake is done baking, allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes in the pan. While still slightly warm, spread the frosting evenly over the top of the cake.
Allow the frosted cake to cool completely before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.4 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.7 g | 308% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 633 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 2760 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 881.9 g | 321% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 689.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 258 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 615 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
