Chocolate Cherry Cola Cake

Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of a rich, moist *Chocolate Cherry Cola Cake*—a dessert that combines the sweetness of maraschino cherries, the deep decadence of cocoa, and the fizzy charm of classic cherry cola. This recipe is a one-pan wonder, featuring a perfectly tender crumb thanks to buttermilk and a subtle cherry cola infusion that adds a fun, retro twist. Topped with a glossy cola-infused chocolate glaze—optionally enhanced with a dash of cherry juice—and garnished with vibrant maraschino cherries, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing treat perfect for celebrations, potlucks, or weeknight indulgence. Get ready to delight your taste buds with this uniquely irresistible dessert!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup cherry cola (not diet)
• 1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (for glaze)
• 0.25 cup cola (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for glaze)
• 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
• 1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice (optional, for glaze)
• 12 maraschino cherries (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the cherry cola and mix gently until the batter is smooth.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

Step 10

Stir in the cola and cocoa powder until smooth. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in the powdered sugar until the glaze is smooth and glossy.

Step 11

If desired, add the maraschino cherry juice to the glaze for extra flavor.

Step 12

Once the cake is finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.

Step 13

Pour the glaze evenly over the warm cake, spreading it gently to cover the surface.

Step 14

Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Step 15

Garnish each piece with a maraschino cherry before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2397.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6689.4

Total Fat 256.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 104.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.7g
Cholesterol 660.9mg	0%
Sodium 4734.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1168.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 95.8g	0%
Total Sugars 803.9g
Protein 95.1g	0%

Vitamin D 283.0IU	0%
Calcium 709.3mg	0%
Iron 53.2mg	0%
Potassium 4615.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.4%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 63.4%