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Joanna Gaines Chocolate Cola Cake Recipe

Joanna Gaines Chocolate Cola Cake Recipe

Sara Collins
If you love rich chocolate desserts, you must try this Joanna Gaines Chocolate Cola Cake Recipe. It is soft, moist and full of deep chocolate flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup cola drink
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 6 tablespoons cola drink
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan lightly. This step ensures your cake does not stick and bakes evenly.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt and baking soda. Mix well using a whisk. This helps distribute all ingredients evenly before adding wet ingredients.

Prepare Cola Mixture

  • In a saucepan, add butter, cocoa powder and cola drink. Heat on medium until butter melts completely. Stir continuously to combine everything into a smooth chocolate mixture.

Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  • Pour the warm cola mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until smooth. Do not overmix. This helps keep the cake soft and fluffy after baking.

Add Eggs and Buttermilk

  • Add eggs, buttermilk,and vanilla extract to the batter. Mix until fully combined. The batter should be smooth and slightly thin in consistency.

Bake the Cake

  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 30–35 minutes. Insert a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.

Prepare the Frosting

  • In a saucepan, melt butter. Add cocoa powder and cola drink. Stir well. Remove from heat and mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.

Frost the Cake

  • Pour warm frosting over the hot cake. Spread evenly using a spatula. Let it set for a few minutes. The frosting will slightly soak into the cake.

Cool and Serve

  • Allow the cake to cool before slicing. Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your homemade Joanna Gaines Chocolate Cola Cake Recipe with family and friends.

Notes

  • Use fresh cola for best flavor
  • Do not overbake the cake
  • Mix batter gently for soft texture
  • Pour frosting while cake is warm
  • Use good quality cocoa powder
  • Let cake cool slightly before serving
  • Store in a covered container
Keyword Joanna Gaines Chocolate Cola Cake Recipe