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Orange-Cola Chocolate Cake

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

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

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Orange-Cola Chocolate Cake cont.

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. Editor's Note: Diet cola is not recommended
for this recipe.

Yield: 12 servings.