Chocolate-Cherry Cola Cake

Chocolate-Cherry Cola Cake is a delightful twist on traditional cake recipes that brings together the rich flavors of chocolate and cherry with a fizzy surprise. This cake is not only simple to make, but it also makes for a perfect dessert for any gathering or family get-together. The moist texture and sweet cherry topping make this cake irresistible!

Gather Your Ingredients for Chocolate-Cherry Cola Cake

To create this delicious treat, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 1 jar (10 oz) maraschino cherries, drained
• 1/4 cup liquid reserved from cherries
• 1 box Betty Crocker Super Moist Devil’s Food Cake Mix
• 1 cup cherry cola carbonated beverage
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 3 eggs
• 1 tub (12 oz) Betty Crocker Whipped Vanilla Frosting
• 1 cup marshmallow creme
• 24 maraschino cherries with stems, well-drained (if desired for topping)

Step-by-Step Recipe for Chocolate-Cherry Cola Cake

Follow these easy steps to whip up your Chocolate-Cherry Cola Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (or 325 degrees F for a dark or nonstick pan). Spray the bottom only of a 13×9-inch pan with baking spray that includes flour. Chop your drained cherries and set them aside.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, cherry cola, vegetable oil, eggs, and the 1/4 cup of reserved cherry liquid. Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase to medium speed and blend for about 2 minutes, occasionally scraping down the sides of the bowl. Gently stir in the chopped cherries.

3. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Bake in the oven for 34 to 42 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Once done, cool the cake completely for about 1 hour.

4. In a separate small bowl, mix the whipped frosting with the marshmallow creme until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Once the cake is cool, spread the frosting mixture evenly over the top. Finally, for a festive touch, place 2 cherries with stems on each slice before serving.

The Best Way to Serve It

This Chocolate-Cherry Cola Cake is best served chilled or at room temperature. You can slice the cake into squares and serve it on a decorative platter. For added flair, drizzle a bit of chocolate sauce over the slices or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. Pair it with a glass of cherry cola for a delightful drink that complements this sweet treat!

Helpful Tricks for Chocolate-Cherry Cola Cake

• Storage Tip: Keep your cake loosely covered at room temperature. It will stay fresh for a few days, but it’s likely to be gobbled up quickly!
• Try Different Soda: If you want to experiment, consider swapping out the cherry cola for another flavored soda, like root beer or cream soda, to create a fun twist on the taste.
• Frosting Variation: For an even sweeter treat, you could add some cherry-flavored frosting on top or mix in chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey bite!

Chocolate-Cherry Cola Cake FAQs

Q: Can I use another type of cake mix?
A: Yes! While Devil’s Food cake gives a rich chocolate flavor, you can use any chocolate cake mix you prefer.

Q: How long does the cake last?
A: When stored properly, the cake can last about 3-4 days at room temperature. Keeping it refrigerated will extend its freshness.

Q: Can I use fresh cherries instead of maraschino cherries?
A: Absolutely! Fresh cherries can be used, but you may want to pit and chop them first for easier eating.

Whether celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, this Chocolate-Cherry Cola Cake is sure to impress. So grab your ingredients and enjoy every delicious bite!

Print Recipe

Chocolate-Cherry Cola Cake

A delightful twist on traditional cake recipes combining rich chocolate and cherry flavors with a fizzy surprise, perfect for gatherings.

Prep Time30 minutes mins

Cook Time42 minutes mins

Total Time1 hour hr 12 minutes mins

Course: Cake, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cherry cake, Chocolate Cake, Chocolate-Cherry Cola Cake, Dessert, party cake

Servings: 12 slices

Calories: 320kcal

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 1 jar (10 oz) maraschino cherries, drained
• 1/4 cup liquid reserved from cherries
• 1 box Betty Crocker Super Moist Devil's Food Cake Mix
• 1 cup cherry cola carbonated beverage
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs

For the Frosting

• 1 tub (12 oz) Betty Crocker Whipped Vanilla Frosting
• 1 cup marshmallow creme
• 24 maraschino cherries with stems, well-drained (for topping) optional

Instructions

Preparation

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (or 325 degrees F for a dark or nonstick pan). Spray the bottom only of a 13×9-inch pan with baking spray that includes flour. Chop your drained cherries and set them aside.

Mixing Batter

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, cherry cola, vegetable oil, eggs, and the 1/4 cup of reserved cherry liquid.
• Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase to medium speed and blend for about 2 minutes, occasionally scraping down the sides of the bowl.
• Gently stir in the chopped cherries.

Baking

• Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan.
• Bake in the oven for 34 to 42 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Once done, cool the cake completely for about 1 hour.

Frosting

• In a separate small bowl, mix the whipped frosting with the marshmallow creme until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
• Once the cake is cool, spread the frosting mixture evenly over the top.
• For a festive touch, place 2 cherries with stems on each slice before serving.

Notes

Best served chilled or at room temperature. Consider drizzling a bit of chocolate sauce over the slices or serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added flair!