Fantakuchen Fanta Cake a Popular German Cake Made with Fanta
Bring a burst of citrusy fun to your dessert table with Fantakuchen, a beloved German Fanta Cake that's as vibrant as it is delicious! This light and fluffy sheet cake is infused with the zesty sweetness of orange soda—yes, the very Fanta you know and love—creating a refreshing twist on traditional cakes. Its soft texture pairs perfectly with a rich and tangy cream cheese frosting, topped off with optional sprinkles for a festive finish. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, eggs, and vanilla, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for parties, potlucks, or whenever you crave a playful dessert. Slice into this crowd-pleaser and savor the delightful blend of citrus and cream! Perfect for fans of easy cakes, German desserts, and unique baking recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams All-purpose flour
- 300 grams Granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 200 milliliters Vegetable oil
- 200 milliliters Orange soda (like Fanta)
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 150 grams Powdered sugar
- 200 grams Cream cheese
- 100 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 50 grams Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a rectangular baking pan (approximately 13x9 inches) or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, combine the vegetable oil, orange soda, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
To prepare the frosting, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together in a mixing bowl until creamy.
Add the powdered sugar and lemon juice, and continue to mix until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
If desired, decorate the cake with sprinkles for a fun and festive touch.
Slice into squares or rectangles to serve. Enjoy this light and flavorful Fanta Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 353.6 g | 453% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.2 g | 626% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 116.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1164 mg | 388% | |
| Sodium | 3936 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 769.5 g | 280% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 521.9 g | ||
| Protein | 69.3 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 910 mg | 19% | |
*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.
