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Chocolate Fudge Sheet Cake

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This Chocolate Fudge Sheet Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring a tender crumb infused with the deep, caramel-like flavor of Coca-Cola. The secret lies in boiling the cola with cocoa and oil before mixing it into the batter, which creates an incredibly moist texture that stays fresh for days. Topped with a velvety, homemade fudge icing made from confectioners' sugar and butter, this cake strikes the perfect balance between sweet and rich. It’s simple to whip up with pantry staples, making it ideal for potlucks, birthday parties, or a spontaneous treat after dinner. Everyone will be asking for seconds of this satisfying, old-fashioned favorite.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10
Calories: 1461.4
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Chocolate Fudge Sheet Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring a tender crumb infused with the deep, caramel-like flavor of Coca-Cola. The secret lies in boiling the cola with cocoa and oil before mixing it into the batter, which creates an incredibly moist texture that stays fresh for days. Topped with a velvety, homemade fudge icing made from confectioners' sugar and butter, this cake strikes the perfect balance between sweet and rich. It's simple to whip up with pantry staples, making it ideal for potlucks, birthday parties, or a spontaneous treat after dinner.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Coca-Cola
  • 1/2 cup Oil
  • 1/4 pound Margarine
  • 3 tablespoon Cocoa (unsweetened)
  • 2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 lg Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/4 pound Butter (for icing)
  • 3 tablespoon Cocoa (unsweetened, for icing)
  • 1/4 cup Milk or cream (for icing)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for icing)
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar (for icing)
Directions
  1. 1
  2. 2
    In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup Coca-Cola, 1/2 cup oil, 1/4 pound margarine, and 3 tablespoons cocoa.
  3. 3
    Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the margarine is melted and cocoa is dissolved. Remove from heat.
  4. 4
    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups granulated sugar, 2 cups all-purpose flour, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. 5
    Pour the boiling chocolate mixture into the dry ingredients and beat vigorously until smooth and combined.
  6. 6
    Add 2 eggs, 1/2 cup buttermilk, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the batter. Beat well until just combined.
  7. 7
    Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. 8
    While the cake bakes, make the icing: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 pound butter, 3 tablespoons cocoa, and 1/4 cup milk or cream.
  9. 9
    Heat over low heat, stirring until the butter is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  10. 10
    Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 cup confectioners' sugar until the icing is thick and glossy.
  11. 11
    Immediately spread the warm icing over the hot cake so it melts slightly into the surface.
  12. 12
    Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1461.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 58.1g90%
Saturated Fat 13.6g68%
Cholesterol 187.1mg63%
Sodium 2814.7mg118%
Total Carbohydrate 220.6g74%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g29%
Sugars 123.1g
Protein 21.9g44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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