Classic cola cake
Classic cola cake is a moist, rich chocolate cake made with cola soda as a key ingredient, often topped with a sweet cola-infused frosting. Its typical ingredients include flour, cocoa powder, butter, sugar, eggs, and a can of cola, which adds unique moisture and a subtle caramel-like depth. Originating in the American South, it's a beloved comfort food that cleverly transforms a popular beverage into a decadent dessert.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This cake is high in carbohydrates and fat, with a moderate amount of protein, primarily from flour, sugar, butter, and eggs. A typical slice provides roughly 300-400 calories, offering quick energy from sugars but minimal essential vitamins or minerals.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 65 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 45 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin A | 100 IU |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 90 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 slice (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, cola cake is a nostalgic example of mid-20th century American ingenuity, using a ubiquitous soda to create a moist, flavorful cake during times when ingredients were scarce. Nutritionally, the cola's carbonation and acidity help tenderize the batter, resulting in an exceptionally soft texture that's unique among chocolate cakes.
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