Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake (Copycat Recipe)

Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake (Copycat Recipe)

10 servings
This Cracker Barrel double chocolate fudge coca-cola cake is rich, creamy and best served with a side of vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

  • Coca-Cola
    1 c
  • vegetable oil
    ½ c
  • salted butter
    ½ c
  • unsweetened Cocoa Powder
    ⅓ c
  • sugar
    2 c
  • all-purpose flour
    2 c
  • eggs
    2
  • buttermilk
    ½ c
  • baking soda
    1 tsp
  • vanilla extract
    2 tsp
  • salted butter
    ½ c
  • unsweetened cocoa powder
    ¼ c
  • Coca-Cola
    ¼ c
  • powdered sugar
    3 c
  • vanilla extract
    1 tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter and flour a 13x9-inch cake pan. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the cake: In a large saucepan, bring the Coca-Cola, vegetable oil, butter, and unsweetened cocoa to a boil. Remove the pot from the heat and immediately stir in the sugar and flour.

  3. 3

    Add eggs, buttermilk, baking soda and vanilla and mix well until smooth.

  4. 4

    Spread the batter into the cake pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of the cake.

  5. 5

    Make the frosting: In a clean saucepan over medium heat, bring butter, cocoa powder, and Coca-Cola to a boil. Remove from the heat and whisk in the powdered sugar and vanilla. Immediately pour over the warm cake and spread quickly.

  6. 6

    Allow the cake to cool. Then, slice and serve with vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!

Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake (Copycat Recipe)

Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake (Copycat Recipe)

50 min10 servings

Similar Recipes

Cracker Barrel Pancakes Recipe

Cracker Barrel Pancakes Recipe

Make the best Cracker Barrel Pancakes at home with just 7 simple ingredients! Fluffy, buttery, and full of flavor, this easy copycat recipe creates the perfect buttermilk pancakes your whole family will love!

25 minutes294 kcal
Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Recipe

Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Recipe

This copycat Cracker Barrel meatloaf recipe is moist and flavorful, with the perfect sweet-and-tangy glaze. Best meatloaf EVER!

90 minutes10 servings261 kcal
Cracker Barrel Sawmill Gravy

Cracker Barrel Sawmill Gravy

Homemade Cracker Barrel sawmill gravy is great over biscuits and chicken fried steak.

Cracker Barrel Baby Carrots

Cracker Barrel Baby Carrots

55 minutes6 servings
Coffee Crumb Cake

Coffee Crumb Cake

This classic coffee cake uses the same sweet, crumbly mixture in the batter and as a topping to intensify this dessert's cinnamon-sugar flavor.

65 minutes10 servings
Christmas Crack Recipe

Christmas Crack Recipe

This Christmas Crack Recipe is the easiest holiday dessert recipe with buttery sweet toffee-like texture and bursts of chocolate and M&M's. It'll be gone from your holiday cookie platter before you know it!

17 minutes
Crumbl Cookie Recipe (Copycat Chocolate Chip Cookie)

Crumbl Cookie Recipe (Copycat Chocolate Chip Cookie)

This copycat Crumbl Cookie recipe is SPOT ON! I have nailed the texture and flavor of the famous milk chocolate chip cookie!

20 minutes12 servings
Cranberry Bliss Bars {Starbucks Copycat Recipe}

Cranberry Bliss Bars {Starbucks Copycat Recipe}

Cranberry Bliss Bars – a homemade version of the popular Starbucks treat! These taste just like the original, and are easy to make right at home!

35 minutes

Ratings & Reviews

Be the First to Rate

Nobody has rated this recipe yet. If you have made it, add a rating so the next cook knows what to expect.

About this Recipe

Craving that unbelievably rich, double chocolate fudge Coca-Cola cake from Cracker Barrel? This copycat recipe brings all those nostalgic flavors and the signature moist crumb of your favorite restaurant dessert right to your kitchen. Get ready for a truly indulgent treat that’s surprisingly straightforward to make.

Why This Recipe Works

What makes this Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake so special is the unique blend of ingredients that work in harmony. The Coca-Cola infuses the cake with a subtle, tangy sweetness and reacts with the baking soda to create an incredibly light and tender crumb. Coupled with creamy buttermilk and a generous amount of cocoa powder, you get an intensely flavored chocolate cake that's both moist and decadent. The secret lies in balancing these elements for that authentic, beloved taste.

What to Expect

Prepare for a truly decadent experience. You'll bite into a tender, dark chocolate cake base, rich with cocoa and a hint of that familiar cola essence. It’s then crowned with a smooth, glossy fudge frosting that's equally infused with chocolate and Coca-Cola, creating a "double chocolate fudge" sensation that melts in your mouth. This is a cake that delivers deep, satisfying chocolate flavor without being cloyingly sweet, embodying all the comfort and richness you expect from a classic Southern dessert. It's a rich cake, perfect for chocolate enthusiasts.

Customization & Variations

While this cake is delightful on its own, you can elevate the serving experience. For an authentic Cracker Barrel touch, serve each slice with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. A dollop of freshly whipped cream can also offer a lighter contrast to the cake's richness.

Serving & Context

This Cracker Barrel Coca Cola Cake is ideal for any occasion, whether it's a casual family dinner, a potluck gathering, or a special celebration. Serve it slightly warm to enhance the gooey texture of the fudge frosting, making it an irresistible centerpiece for your dessert table.

Frequently Asked Questions