Description
Chocolate Dr Pepper Cake is a delightful fusion of rich chocolate flavor and the unique, fizzy essence of Dr Pepper. This moist cake surprises with hints of cherry and spices, making it perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or a cozy family gathering. Easy to prepare, this showstopper will leave your guests asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup Dr Pepper soda (regular or diet)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Add the Dr Pepper, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (92g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 215mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg