Chocolate Cherry Cola Cake

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of a rich, moist *Chocolate Cherry Cola Cake*—a dessert that combines the sweetness of maraschino cherries, the deep decadence of cocoa, and the fizzy charm of classic cherry cola. This recipe is a one-pan wonder, featuring a perfectly tender crumb thanks to buttermilk and a subtle cherry cola infusion that adds a fun, retro twist. Topped with a glossy cola-infused chocolate glaze—optionally enhanced with a dash of cherry juice—and garnished with vibrant maraschino cherries, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing treat perfect for celebrations, potlucks, or weeknight indulgence. Get ready to delight your taste buds with this uniquely irresistible dessert!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

18 items

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup cherry cola (not diet)
• 1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (for glaze)
• 0.25 cup cola (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for glaze)
• 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
• 1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice (optional, for glaze)
• 12 maraschino cherries (for garnish)

📝 Instructions

15 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.

5. Slowly pour in the cherry cola and mix gently until the batter is smooth.

6. Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

10. Stir in the cola and cocoa powder until smooth. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until the glaze is smooth and glossy.

11. If desired, add the maraschino cherry juice to the glaze for extra flavor.

12. Once the cake is finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.

13. Pour the glaze evenly over the warm cake, spreading it gently to cover the surface.

14. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before slicing.

15. Garnish each piece with a maraschino cherry before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (200.2g)

Calories		567
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		21.4 g	27%
	Saturated Fat	8.8 g	44%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	5.6 g
Cholesterol		55 mg	18%
Sodium		405 mg	18%
Total Carbohydrate		97.9 g	36%
	Dietary Fiber	8.0 g	29%
	Total Sugars	67.1 g
Protein		8.0 g	16%
Vitamin D		0.6 mcg	3%
Calcium		58 mg	4%
Iron		2.8 mg	16%
Potassium		317 mg	7%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2313 cal (31.3%%)

Protein: 384 cal (5.2%%)

Carbs: 4696 cal (63.5%%)