Double Chocolate Coca Cola Cake is a decadent and rich dessert that combines the deep flavors of chocolate with the unique sweetness of Coca Cola. This moist cake, topped with a luscious chocolate Coca Cola frosting, is perfect for any chocolate lover.
The addition of Coca Cola not only enhances the flavor but also helps to create a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. This cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Here’s how to make this Rich and Moist Double Chocolate Coca Cola Cake:
Double Chocolate Coca Cola Cake
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Coca Cola
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 6 tablespoons Coca Cola
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13×9 inch baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. This will be your dry mixture.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of unsalted butter, 1/4 cup of cocoa powder, and 1 cup of Coca Cola.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to ensure everything is well combined.
- Once it reaches a boil, pour the hot Coca Cola mixture over the dry ingredients in the large bowl. Mix well until smooth.
- Add Wet Ingredients and Chocolate Chips:
- Add the buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the cake batter. Blend well until the batter is smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared 13×9 inch baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven but leave it in the pan.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting.
- In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, and 6 tablespoons Coca Cola.
- Bring this mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and gradually stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and glossy.
- Frost the Cake:
- Pour the warm frosting over the hot cake, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface. The warmth of the cake will help the frosting soak into it slightly, creating a rich, fudgy layer.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before slicing. This helps the frosting set and makes the cake easier to cut.
- Serve:
- Once cooled, slice the cake into squares and serve. This cake pairs wonderfully with a glass of cold milk or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
