Southern Coca Cola Cake
A delightful and moist dessert combining rich chocolate flavor with the fizzy sweetness of Coca Cola, perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup Coca Cola
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
- 1/2 cup buttermilk Consider using chocolate buttermilk for richer flavor.
For the Frosting
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 pound powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, Coca Cola, vegetable oil, eggs, marshmallows, and buttermilk. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Frosting Preparation
- While the cake is baking, prepare the chocolate frosting. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in the cocoa powder and allow to heat for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
Serving
- Once the cake is done, let it cool for a few minutes before spreading the chocolate frosting on top.
- Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
You can top the cake with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.