Coca-Cola Cake (Closest to Cracker Barrel's) Recipe

Name: Coca-Cola Cake (Closest to Cracker Barrel's)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup butter; 1 cup Coca-Cola; 1 ounce semisweet baking chocolate; ¾ cup miniature marshmallow; 2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour; ¾ cup cocoa powder; 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 cups granulated sugar; ½ cup shortening; ½ cup vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 2 eggs; ¾ cup buttermilk; ½ cup butter; 3 tablespoons cocoa; 6 tablespoons milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 lb powdered sugar

Servings: persons

½ cup butter
1 cup Coca-Cola
1 ounce semisweet baking chocolate
¾ cup miniature marshmallow
2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups granulated sugar
½ cup shortening
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 eggs
¾ cup buttermilk
½ cup butter
3 tablespoons cocoa
6 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 lb powdered sugar

1
In a saucepan, bring 1/2 cup butter, 1 cup Coke, and baking chocolate to a boil.
2
Remove from heat and stir in marshmallows until dissolved.
3
Set aside and allow to cool to room temperature.
4
In a bowl, combine flour, 3/4 cup cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5
Set aside.
6
Beat together sugar, shortening, oil, and 2 teaspoons vanilla until fluffy.
7
Add eggs and buttermilk and beat until smooth.
8
Add 1/2 of the dry mixture into the wet mixture and beat until smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl often.
9
Add cooled Coke mixture and beat.
10
Add remaining dry mixture and beat 4 minutes.
11
Batter will be thick.
12
Pour batter into a greased and floured 13x9 baking pan.
13
Bake on top rack of a 350 degree oven for 35-40 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
14
Frosting:.
15
In a saucepan, combine the butter, cocoa and milk.
16
Heat until butter melts.
17
Beat in remaining ingredients.
18
Spread on hot cake.
19
Let it cool and then serve.

2256

kcal

Calories

123

Fat

291

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup butter, 1 cup Coca-Cola, 1 ounce semisweet baking chocolate, ¾ cup miniature marshmallow, and more.

Yes, Coca-Cola Cake (Closest to Cracker Barrel's) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Coca-Cola Cake (Closest to Cracker Barrel's)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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