Dr. Pepper Cake

Dr. Pepper Cake is a popular Southern dessert that originated in Texas. The addition of Dr. Pepper soda gives the cake a unique flavor and moist texture.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Dr. Pepper Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 35 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3360

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Dr. Pepper
• ¹⁄₄ cup Buttermilk
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add Dr. Pepper and bring to a simmer.
4. Pour the Dr. Pepper mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Add buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze.
10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
11. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 420kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 45g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.