Coca-Cola Cake by Nigella is a decadent combination of cocoa, cola, and butter, topped with pecans and velvet frosting and it’s done in just 1 hour and 10 minutes!
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🤎 Why You’ll Love This Coca-Cola Cake Recipe:
- Moist Texture: Buttermilk and marshmallows.
- Easy Prep: Simple steps, common ingredients.
- Irresistible Frosting: Cola, cocoa, pecans.
- Crowd Pleaser: Unique, satisfying dessert.
❓ What Is Nigella’s Coca-Cola Cake Recipe?
Nigella’s Coca-Cola Cake is a luscious treat blending cola and cocoa into a moist, tender crumb, then topped with delightful cola frosting and pecans, it’s a crowd-pleasing indulgence.
🧈 Nigella Coca-Cola Cake Ingredients
Cola Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup cola-flavored carbonated beverage
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups miniature marshmallows
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cola Frosting:
- ½ cup butter
- 6 tablespoons cola-flavored carbonated beverage
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans
🎂 How To Make Nigella Coca-Cola Cake
- Set the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, or 175 degrees Celsius. Coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with grease.
Make cola cake:
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and sugar. Bring the cocoa, cola soft drink, and butter to a boil in a saucepan set over medium heat. Add the flour mixture and stir until combined.
- Mix in the buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, vanilla, and marshmallows until thoroughly blended. Fill the prepared dish with batter.
- Bake for around 40 minutes in a preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Pour cola frosting over the hot cake.
Make cola frosting:
- Bring the cocoa, cola soft drink, and butter to a boil in a saucepan. Toss the confectioners’ sugar into a large bowl and stir to combine. Fold in the chopped nuts.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Quality Ingredients: Opt for premium cocoa and cola.
- Thorough Mixing: Ensure even batter consistency.
- Accurate Baking: Avoid over-baking for moistness.
🍨 What Pairs Nicely With Coca-Cola Cake?
Excellent additions for Coca-Cola Cake include vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, caramel sauce, milk, coffee, or fruit compote.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Coca-Cola Cake?
- In The Fridge: You can keep leftover Coca-Cola cake in the fridge for up to 4 days if you place it in a sealed container or wrap it tightly in plastic.
- In The Freezer: Leftover Coca-Cola cake can be frozen for up to 3 months if wrapped tightly in plastic and kept in a freezer-safe bag. Let it thaw in the fridge before serving.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Coca-Cola Cake?
- Oven: Bring the oven up to 325°F then arrange Coca-Cola Cake slices on a baking sheet and heat for about 10 minutes or until warmed.
- Microwave: Assemble Coca-Cola Cake slices on a microwave-safe plate and heat at medium setting for 20 to 30 seconds or until warm.
FAQs
What would cause Coca-Cola cake to fall apart?
Inadequately mixed batter can cause Coca-Cola cake to fall apart ensure thorough mixing for a cohesive texture during preparation.
Why is the top of my Coca-Cola cake jiggly?
A jiggly top indicates the Coca-Cola cake is still wet and hasn’t set in the center continue baking until firm.
How do you fix Coca-Cola cake that is too dry?
Brush the Coca-Cola cake with a simple syrup, flavored with cola or vanilla, to add moisture and enhance its texture.
Why did my Coca-Cola cake crumbly?
Your Coca-Cola cake can become crumbly if not allowed to cool adequately patience ensures a firmer, less crumbly texture.
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Nigella Coca-Cola Cake Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 312.7
- Total Fat 15.4g
- Saturated Fat 7.7g
- Cholesterol 48. mg
- Sodium 64.5mg
- Potassium 53.3mg
- Total Carbohydrate 42.7g
- Dietary Fiber 0.8g
- Sugars 32.4g
- Protein 2.8g
Nigella Coca Cola Cake
Description
Coca-Cola Cake by Nigella is a decadent combination of cocoa, cola, and butter, topped with pecans and velvet frosting and it’s done in just 1 hour and 10 minutes!
Ingredients
Cola Cake:
Cola Frosting:
Instructions
- Set the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, or 175 degrees Celsius. Coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with grease.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and sugar. Bring the cocoa, cola soft drink, and butter to a boil in a saucepan set over medium heat. Add the flour mixture and stir until combined.
- Mix in the buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, vanilla, and marshmallows until thoroughly blended. Fill the prepared dish with batter.
- Bake for around 40 minutes in a preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Pour cola frosting over the hot cake.
- Bring the cocoa, cola soft drink, and butter to a boil in a saucepan. Toss the confectioners’ sugar into a large bowl and stir to combine. Fold in the chopped nuts.
Make cola cake:
Make cola frosting:
Notes
- Quality Ingredients: Opt for premium cocoa and cola.
Thorough Mixing: Ensure even batter consistency.
Accurate Baking: Avoid over-baking for moistness.