Dr. Pepper Cake
Indulge in the delightful experience of Dr. Pepper Cake, a unique dessert that combines the fizzy sweetness of Dr. Pepper soda with rich cocoa and aromatic spices. This moist chocolate cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply as a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings. With its unexpected yet harmonious flavor profile, it’s sure to impress family and friends during any gathering. Plus, it’s easy to make with common ingredients, making it suitable for bakers of all skill levels.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 34 minutes
- Total Time: 54 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup prunes (roughly chopped)
- ½ cup dried cherries (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup Dr. Pepper soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup boiling water
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1⅓ cups granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ginger
- ½ teaspoon all spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and spices with chopped prunes and cherries.
- Cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by buttermilk, boiling water, and Dr. Pepper; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 34 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before frosting with Dr. Pepper-infused buttercream made from softened butter and confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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