Indulge in the rich, nostalgic flavors of this Coke Cake Cracker Barrel Style, a Southern classic brimming with charm and decadence. This delectable dessert combines a moist, tender chocolate cake infused with Coca-Cola and a layer of melted marshmallows, creating a uniquely fluffy texture. Topped with a buttery, cocoa-infused frosting that’s poured warm over the hot cake, every bite is a gooey, melt-in-your-mouth delight. With optional chopped pecans for a nutty crunch, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth. Ready in just 45 minutes, this iconic treat is a nostalgic nod to old-fashioned Southern baking that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Keywords: Coke Cake, Cracker Barrel Style, Coca-Cola Cake, Southern dessert recipes, chocolate cake with marshmallows.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish or use a nonstick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda. Whisk together and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of Coca-Cola and 1 cup of unsalted butter. Heat over medium, stirring occasionally, until the butter has melted.
Pour the warm Coca-Cola and butter mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk. Add this mixture to the batter and stir until smooth and well combined.
Fold in the miniature marshmallows. Note: The marshmallows will float on top, but they will melt into the cake as it bakes.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula if needed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup Coca-Cola, 1 cup unsalted butter, and 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder. Heat over medium, stirring occasionally, until the butter has melted.
Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the powdered sugar until smooth and glossy. If using chopped pecans, fold them into the frosting.
As soon as the cake is removed from the oven, pour the warm frosting evenly over the hot cake. Spread it quickly to ensure it covers the entire surface.
Allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature for the frosting to set. Slice into squares and serve. Enjoy!
Serving size | (2180.4g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 7681.7 |
Total Fat 350.6g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 189.9g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
Cholesterol 1150.1mg | 0% |
Sodium 2874.5mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 1148.0g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 26.8g | 0% |
Total Sugars 905.0g | |
Protein 56.5g | 0% |
Vitamin D 260.1IU | 0% |
Calcium 394.8mg | 0% |
Iron 19.8mg | 0% |
Potassium 1480.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories