By This Coca Cola Cake balances hearty flavor with a straightforward process, so you get a reliable, delicious result every time.
Coca Cola Cake captures the essence of desserts|cakes while staying approachable for everyday cooking. The method focuses on maximizing flavor with minimal steps, using common pantry items and fresh ingredients. From the first bite you’ll notice a balance of texture and taste that feels both familiar and exciting. To build depth, we combine proper seasoning with simple techniques: gentle heat for aromatics, accurate measurements, and attention to doneness. Small details—like resting time or layering ingredients—make a noticeable difference in the final dish. This recipe is designed to be flexible. You can swap in seasonal produce, adjust spices to match your preferences, or adapt the base to suit dietary needs. The goal is to keep the spirit of the dish while letting you tailor it to your kitchen. Serving ideas are wide open: pair with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, warm bread, or your favorite grains. Leftovers store well and often taste even better the next day as flavors settle. That makes the recipe suitable for meal prep and busy schedules. For best results, read the steps once before you start, assemble ingredients, and cook with confidence. Taste as you go, and don’t be afraid to adjust seasoning. With these principles, Coca Cola Cake becomes a reliable addition to your rotation—crowd-pleasing, practical, and full of flavor.
INGREDIENTS
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
3 sticks unsalted butter, divided
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, divided
1 1/2 cup Coca-cola, divided
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla extract
4 cups powdered sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
How To Make Coca Cola Cake
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a 13×9” baking dish. Sift together the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and cinnamon. Set aside. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 sticks of butter with 1/4 cup cocoa powder, 1 cup Coca-cola and 1/2 cup buttermilk. Cook until it boils.
Add the boiled mixture to the flour mixture and combine. Then add eggs and vanilla extract. Pour the batter into the baking pan and cook for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of cake comes out clean.
During the last 10 minutes of baking, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the remaining 1 stick of butter with 1/4 cup cocoa powder and 1/2 cup Coca-cola. Let this come to a boil and then remove from heat. Beat in the 4 cups of powdered sugar and stir in the chopped pecans. Pour the warm glaze over the hot cake. Let the cake cool for a little while and then enjoy it.
PREPARATION STEPS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a 13×9” baking dish
Sift together the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and cinnamon
Set aside
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 sticks of butter with 1/4 cup cocoa powder, 1 cup Coca-cola and 1/2 cup buttermilk
Cook until it boils.
Add the boiled mixture to the flour mixture and combine
Then add eggs and vanilla extract
Pour the batter into the baking pan and cook for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of cake comes out clean.
ORIGIN STORY
Home-style cooking inspired by classic flavors and modern, reliable methods.
META INFOS
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 35 min | Total: 55 min | Servings: 12 | Calories: ~320 kcal | Difficulty: Easy
BENEFITS
Balanced flavor with approachable prep. Nutrition-friendly options and make-ahead friendly for busy schedules.
OCCASIONS
Weeknight dinners; Family gatherings; Potlucks; Holidays; Picnics; Meal prep
VARIATIONS
Swap seasonal produce; Adjust spices; Offer gluten-free or low-carb options where suitable; Try alternative proteins.
PAIRING
Coffee; Tea; Vanilla ice cream; Fresh berries
STORAGE
Refrigerate in airtight container 2–4 days; freeze up to 2 months. Reheat gently to preserve texture.
TIPS
Measure accurately; Preheat pans/oven; Avoid overcooking; Taste and adjust seasoning; Rest before slicing when needed.
