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Copycat Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake Recipe

Copycat Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake Recipe

If you are craving Cracker Barrel Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake but want to enjoy it at home, you have to make this easy copycat Chocolate Coca Cola Cake recipe. Rich and moist, with the most amazing homemade frosting, this chocolate sheet cake is a one of a kind delicious treat. 

If you are craving Cracker Barrel Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake but want to enjoy it at home, you have to make this easy copycat Chocolate Coca Cola Cake recipe. Rich and moist, with the most amazing homemade frosting, this chocolate sheet cake is a one of a kind delicious treat.

If you are craving Cracker Barrel Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake but want to enjoy it at home, you have to make this easy copycat Chocolate Coca Cola Cake recipe. Rich and moist, with the most amazing homemade frosting, this chocolate sheet cake is a one of a kind delicious treat.

This easy to make chocolaty, moist sheet cake is one you will find yourself making over and over again. I first published this recipe on About a Mom back in July of 2011 and have finally updated it with new and improved images. However, the recipe is exactly the same. It is my most requested dessert recipe when gathering with friends and family. I wouldn’t change a thing about it.

Two other sheet cakes I find myself making time and time again are this Texas Turtle Sheet Cake and Banana Pudding Cake. You’ll definitely want to check these recipes out too!

Chocolate Coca Cola Cake

Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake Recipe

This Chocolate Coca-Cola Recipe is simple and easy to follow. This delicious dessert has a unique mix of flavors and will be quick and ready to dig in to with your friends and family. You can enjoy it during any occasion or for a yummy after dinner dessert. This cake is also very popular at potlucks and get-togethers.

Where Did Coke Cake Come From?

This amazing dessert was found in the early 1950’s. It seems to have originated in the southern part of the United States. Coca Cola were popular in recipes during this time. Whoever made the first cake created a delicious trend.

What Icing Goes on Coca Cola Cake?

The icing that goes on this cake is a chocolate glaze. While you can use a store bought frosting, this frosting recipe is perfect for this cake recipe. It is also extremely easy to make.

If you are craving Cracker Barrel Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake but want to enjoy it at home, you have to make this easy copycat Chocolate Coca Cola Cake recipe. Rich and moist, with the most amazing homemade frosting, this cake is a one of a kind delicious treat. 

Ingredients

Cake

  • 1 cup coca-cola
  • 1 stick margarine
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

coca cola cake ingredients

Frosting

  • 1 stick margarine
  • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 6 tablespoons cream or milk (I prefer heavy cream)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pound confectioners sugar

chocolate frosting ingredients

Directions:

In a saucepan, bring coca-cola, margarine, cocoa, and oil to a boil.

In a separate bowl mix sugar, flour and salt then pour into the boiling mixture and mix well.

thicken cake batter in a pan

Add eggs, buttermilk, vanilla, and soda and mix well. Pour into a greased and floured sheet cake pan (9×13) and bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes.

cake batter in a pan

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For Frosting: In saucepan combine margarine, cocoa, and milk and heat until the butter melts. Beat in the remaining ingredients and spread onto HOT cake. Cool and cut.

Chocolate Coca Cola Cake

Grab a fork and dig in!

Chocolate Coca Cola Cake
Chocolate Coca Cola Cake

Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake Recipe

About a Mom
 If you are craving Cracker Barrel Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake but want to enjoy it at home, you have to make this easy Chocolate Coca Cola Cake. Rich and moist, with the most amazing homemade frosting, this chocolate sheet cake is a one of a kind delicious treat. 
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cake

Frosting

  • 1 stick margarine
  • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 6 tablespoons cream or milk I prefer heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pound confectioners sugar

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan, bring coca-cola, margarine, cocoa, and oil to a boil.
  • In a separate bowl mix sugar, flour and salt then pour into the boiling mixture and mix well.
  • Add eggs, buttermilk, vanilla, and soda and mix well. Pour into a greased and floured sheet cake pan (9x13) and bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes.

For Frosting

  • In saucepan combine margarine, cocoa, and milk and heat until the butter melts. Beat in the remaining ingredients and spread onto HOT cake. Cool and cut.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 228mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 55gVitamin A: 377IUCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
Keyword coca cola cake
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