Indulge in the decadence of **Allegra's New Favorite Coca-Cola Cake**, a nostalgic Southern-inspired dessert that’s as rich in flavor as it is charm. This moist, chocolate-packed cake is infused with the subtle sweetness of Coca-Cola, creating a uniquely tender crumb that will have everyone asking for seconds. A layer of marshmallows melts into the batter during baking, adding a fun and gooey surprise, while the warm Coca-Cola cocoa frosting drenches each slice in fudgy perfection. Optional chopped pecans lend a satisfying crunch to the topping, making this a must-try for lovers of classic comfort food. Ready in under an hour, this easy Coca-Cola cake recipe is a crowd-pleaser ideal for potlucks, birthday parties, or any occasion that calls for a slice of indulgence.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a medium saucepan, heat the Coca-Cola and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and mixture starts to boil. Remove from heat.
Pour the Coca-Cola mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add this mixture to the batter and mix until smooth.
Fold in the mini marshmallows (they will float to the top; this is fine).
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool slightly while preparing the frosting.
For the frosting, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the Coca-Cola and unsweetened cocoa powder, and bring the mixture to a boil, whisking constantly.
Remove the saucepan from heat and gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in the chopped pecans, if using.
Pour the warm frosting evenly over the cake. Spread it gently with a spatula to cover the entire surface.
Allow the cake and frosting to set at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Serving size | (1986.0g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 6688.4 |
Total Fat 200.7g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 73.6g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
Cholesterol 633.4mg | 0% |
Sodium 2846.9mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 1241.6g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 40.0g | 0% |
Total Sugars 971.6g | |
Protein 65.4g | 0% |
Vitamin D 143.4IU | 0% |
Calcium 409.8mg | 0% |
Iron 25.8mg | 0% |
Potassium 1971.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories