Dr Pepper cake

Dr Pepper cake is a moist, rich chocolate cake that uses Dr Pepper soda as a key ingredient, often in both the cake batter and the frosting. It typically includes flour, sugar, cocoa powder, butter, eggs, and Dr Pepper, with a signature frosting made from Dr Pepper, butter, and powdered sugar. This dessert is a beloved part of Southern American baking, particularly popular in Texas and the surrounding regions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This cake is high in carbohydrates and fat, providing a significant amount of energy primarily from sugars and refined flour. A typical serving offers quick energy and small amounts of iron and calcium, but is generally low in protein and fiber.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	430 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	62 g
Fat	19 g
Fiber	1.2 g
Sugar	42 g
Sodium	310 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Calcium	45 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Vitamin A	145 IU
Phosphorus	75 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg

Per 1 slice (115 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The use of a specific, commercially available soda like Dr Pepper in a from-scratch cake recipe is a unique example of mid-20th century American 'convenience cooking' and brand integration into home baking. Nutritionally, it transforms a sugary beverage into a baked good, adding its distinctive spicy, fruity flavor profile without requiring a complex blend of individual spices.