Brits Try [SOUTHERN COCA-COLA CAKE] For The First Time! (Cracker Barrel Recipe)

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess while reducing fat.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

unsweetened cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: chocolate syrup

Carob is caffeine-free and lower in calories.

Coca-Cola

🥗Healthier: diet soda

💰Cheaper: root beer

Diet soda reduces sugar content.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Lightly grease a baking tin with butter.

In a large bowl, mix 2 cups of flour and 2 cups of sugar.

In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of butter, 1 cup of Coca-Cola, 1/3 cup of cocoa powder, and bring to a boil.

Pour the boiled mixture into the flour mixture and stir until combined.

Add 2 eggs, 1/2 cup of buttermilk, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 2 tablespoons of vanilla extract, and beat for another minute on medium speed.

Pour the batter into a slightly smaller baking pan than a 13 by 9 inch.

Bake for 30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.

Prepare the frosting by combining 1/2 cup of butter, 1/3 cup of cocoa powder, and 1/4 cup of Coca-Cola in a saucepan and bring to a boil.

Mix in 3 cups of powdered sugar until smooth.

Poke holes in the cake and spread the frosting on top.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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