Diet Soda Cake or Cupcakes with Frosting
Indulge in the ultimate guilt-free treat with this Diet Soda Cake or Cupcakes with Frosting recipe! Perfect for those seeking a lower-calorie dessert option without sacrificing flavor, this simple yet ingenious recipe swaps traditional wet ingredients for a can of diet soda, allowing you to customize the cake's flavor based on your soda choice—try diet cola for chocolate cake or diet lemon-lime for a zesty twist. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting made from just a handful of pantry staples, this quick dessert comes together with minimal effort in under an hour. Whether you're baking cupcakes for a party or a sheet cake for a special occasion, this lightened-up dessert is sure to impress both calorie-conscious and flavor-loving guests alike. Easy, versatile, and utterly delicious, this is a must-try recipe for creative baking enthusiasts and fans of quick, crowd-pleasing treats!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Boxed cake mix (any flavor; typically 15.25 oz)
- 12 oz Diet soda (complimentary to the cake mix flavor, e.g., diet cola, diet lemon-lime, or diet orange soda)
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 4 oz Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp Milk (optional for frosting consistency)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners or grease a 9x13-inch cake pan.
In a large mixing bowl, pour the boxed cake mix. Add the diet soda to the dry mix. Stir gently using a whisk or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the cupcake liners or cake pan. If preparing cupcakes, fill each liner about 2/3 full to allow for rising.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes for cupcakes or 25-30 minutes for a single cake, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the cake or cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
To make the frosting, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, about 1/2 cup at a time, mixing on low speed to avoid a sugar cloud.
Add the vanilla extract and mix thoroughly. Adjust frosting consistency by adding a tablespoon of milk if needed.
Once the cake or cupcakes have cooled, spread or pipe the frosting on top. Decorate with sprinkles or fruit if desired.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 54.9 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.0 g | 145% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 3633 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 609.0 g | 221% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 430.9 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 738 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 485 mg | 10% | |
*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.
