Servings: 9–12
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: ~50 minutes
This Double Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake is incredibly moist, deeply chocolatey, and topped with a glossy cocoa-Cola frosting that melts right into the warm cake. The carbonation enhances the cocoa flavor while keeping the crumb soft and tender. This classic Southern-style dessert is easy to make and always a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup Coca-Cola (regular, not diet)
2 large eggs
½ cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Coca-Cola Frosting
¼ cup unsalted butter
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup Coca-Cola
2 cups powdered sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients
Add the melted butter, Coca-Cola, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Prepare the Frosting
While the cake bakes, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the cocoa powder and Coca-Cola. Bring just to a gentle boil, then remove from heat.
Finish the Frosting
Whisk in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
Frost the Cake
Pour the warm frosting over the warm cake, spreading evenly. Let it set before slicing.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Pair with fresh berries for contrast
Enjoy chilled or room temperature for deeper chocolate flavor
Storage Tips
Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days
Refrigerate for up to 5 days in an airtight container
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