Coca-Cola Fudge Layer Cake (Print Version)
Decadent chocolate cake layers with creamy filling and cola-infused glaze, topped with festive garnishes.
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Layers
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 cups granulated sugar
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1 cup Coca-Cola, not diet
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1 cup unsalted butter
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/2 cup buttermilk
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cream Filling
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1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Chocolate Cola Glaze
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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6 tablespoons Coca-Cola
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4 cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Garnishes
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Whipped cream
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Crushed peppermint
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Cherries
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Chocolate curls
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
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Combine Coca-Cola, unsalted butter, and cocoa powder in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Remove from heat immediately.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and granulated sugar. Pour the hot cola-cocoa mixture over the dry ingredients and blend until combined.
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Stir in buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and cohesive.
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Divide batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. Transfer to the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow layers to cool completely on wire racks.
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In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; blend until creamy. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks, then gently fold into cream cheese mixture. Chill until ready to use.
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Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with half of the cream filling. Top with the second cake layer and spread with remaining filling. Place the final cake layer on top.
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In a saucepan, melt unsalted butter with cocoa powder and Coca-Cola over medium heat. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the glaze is smooth and glossy.
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Pour the warm glaze over the assembled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
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Top with whipped cream and garnish with crushed peppermint, cherries, or chocolate curls as desired before serving.
# Notes:
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Ensure all cake layers are fully cooled before spreading the cream filling to prevent melting.