Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake is a rich, moist, and decadent chocolate cake that captures the nostalgic taste of a Southern classic, made famous by the beloved restaurant. This cake is infused with Coca Cola, which adds a unique depth of flavor and extra moisture, making each bite irresistibly soft and delicious. Topped with a warm, fudgy chocolate frosting that seeps into the cake while it’s still hot, this dessert is a chocolate lover’s dream. Perfect for special occasions, potlucks, or simply indulging a sweet tooth, Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake is easy to make and sure to become a favorite treat that brings smiles to the faces of everyone who tries it.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 cup Coca Cola
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup Coca Cola
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan. In a medium saucepan, combine the Coca Cola, butter, vegetable oil, and cocoa powder. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, salt, and baking soda.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Pour the Coca Cola mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until well combined. Add the eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and no lumps remain.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the cocoa powder and Coca Cola, bringing the mixture to a boil. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and chopped pecans (if using).
- Frost the Cake:
- Pour the warm frosting over the warm cake, spreading it evenly with a spatula. The frosting will set as the cake cools.
- Serve:
- Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy this rich, chocolatey delight with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake is a timeless dessert that combines the flavors of chocolate and cola into a moist, fudgy cake topped with a luscious frosting. It’s perfect for sharing with friends and family at any gathering.
