Idahoan Coca-Cola® Cake Recipe

Name: Idahoan Coca-Cola® Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Idahoan(R) Boxed Original Mashed Potatoes, dry; 1 stick unsalted butter; 8 ounces Coca-Cola(R) (or Guinness(R) for an adult cake); 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 3/4 cups superfine sugar; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 medium eggs; 1 tablespoon vanilla; 2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; Frosting:; 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese; 1/3 cup heavy cream; 3/4 cup powdered sugar

Servings: persons

2 cups Idahoan(R) Boxed Original Mashed Potatoes, dry
1 stick unsalted butter
8 ounces Coca-Cola(R) (or Guinness(R) for an adult cake)
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 3/4 cups superfine sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
2 medium eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla
2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
Frosting:
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1/3 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup powdered sugar

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat the sides and bottom of spring form pan with nonstick cooking spray.
2
Melt stick of butter in a large, wide sauce pan.
3
Add cola, cocoa powder and superfine sugar and whisk until smooth. Remove from heat.
4
Whisk sour cream, eggs and vanilla thoroughly until almost a batter-like consistency and add slowly into the slightly cooled butter mixture.
5
Add dry Original Mashed Potato flakes and baking soda. Stir thoroughly. The batter will have a slightly grainy appearance but don't be concerned.
6
Pour into spring form pan and bake for 45 minutes to an hour. Test center of cake with a wooden toothpick (cake is done when the toothpick comes out clean).
7
Cool and remove from spring form pan. Note: This is a very dark and dense cake.
8
Frosting: The cream cheese should be at room temperature. Add cream and powdered sugar and mix in a food processor or with a large whisk. Adjust powdered sugar and cream to ensure a nicely thick frosting that is still spreadable.
9
Frost just the top of the cake once it's unmolded and serve chilled. This cake is even better the next day!

1110

kcal

Calories

Fat

142

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Idahoan(R) Boxed Original Mashed Potatoes, dry, 1 stick unsalted butter, 8 ounces Coca-Cola(R) (or Guinness(R) for an adult cake), 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and more.

Yes, Idahoan Coca-Cola® Cake 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!

Idahoan Coca-Cola® Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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