Copycat Cracker Barrel 40th Anniversary Double Fudge Cola Cake

Indulge in the rich, chocolatey decadence of the Copycat Cracker Barrel 40th Anniversary Double Fudge Cola Cake—a nostalgic dessert that combines the timeless allure of cola with velvety cocoa. This celebratory cake is loaded with fluffy mini marshmallows baked into a moist chocolate batter, crafted with the iconic cola for a unique twist. Topped with a warm, glossy cocoa-infused frosting straight out of the oven, this dessert melts in your mouth with every bite. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or when you’re craving a slice of Southern comfort, this quick and easy recipe comes together in under an hour and serves up to 12. Relish the combination of sweet nostalgia and bold flavors in this irresistible Cracker Barrel-inspired cola cake!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup cola (not diet)
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
• 0.25 cup cola (for frosting)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
• 3.5 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup of butter over medium heat. Stir in 1 cup of cola and 1/4 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the slightly cooled cola mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined.

Step 5

Add the buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the batter and mix well until smooth.

Step 6

Gently fold in the mini marshmallows, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth it out with a spatula. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a medium saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of butter over medium heat. Stir in 1/4 cup of cola and 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then remove from heat.

Step 9

Gradually whisk the powdered sugar into the hot cola mixture until a smooth and thick frosting forms. Stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.

Step 10

As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, pour the warm frosting evenly over the hot cake, using a spatula to spread it to the corners.

Step 11

Let the cake cool completely in the pan at room temperature. Slice into squares and serve. Enjoy this rich and fudgy dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1953.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6417.9

Total Fat 218.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 128.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 891.8mg	0%
Sodium 2237.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1134.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.0g	0%
Total Sugars 884.4g
Protein 58.0g	0%

Vitamin D 203.8IU	0%
Calcium 373.4mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 1766.3mg	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: 29.2%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 67.4%