Orange-Cola Chocolate Cake
Simple & Delicious
“Most people are shocked to learn this moist and luscious cake starts with a mix,” comments Lincoln, Nebraska’s Stephanie Vogel. “Substituting cola for water, adding a hint of orange flavor and serving each slice with dipped strawberries turns a simple mix into a spectacular dessert people love!”
SERVINGS: 12
CATEGORY: Dessert
METHOD: Microwave
TIME: Prep: 25 min. Bake: 30 min. + cooling
Ingredients:
- 1 package (18-1/4 ounces) devil's food cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1-1/3 cups cola
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon orange extract
- CHOCOLATE-COVERED STRAWBERRIES:
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon shortening
- 12 fresh strawberries
- FROSTING:
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
- 3 tablespoons instant chocolate drink mix
- 1/4 cup cola
- 1/2 teaspoon orange extract
Directions:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, cola, oil and extract. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds; beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Wash strawberries and pat dry. Dip each strawberry into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; refrigerate until set, about 30 minutes.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Frost cake. Garnish each serving with a chocolate-covered strawberry. Yield: 12 servings. Editor's Note: Diet cola is not recommended for this recipe.