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Cracker Barrel Coca-Cola Chocolate Cake

A moist and intensely chocolatey cake enhanced with a unique hint of Coca-Cola, perfect for chocolate lovers and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Coca-Cola
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, blend Coca-Cola, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

For best results, measure carefully, use room temperature eggs, and ensure your baking soda is fresh. Experiment with different sodas for unique flavors.