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Coca-Cola Fudge Layer Cake

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A sumptuous dessert featuring rich chocolate layers infused with Coca-Cola, enveloped in cream cheese filling and finished with a glossy cocoa glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 330 g all-purpose flour
  • 400 g granulated sugar
  • 355 ml Coca-Cola
  • 225 g unsalted butter
  • 40 g unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 120 ml buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 200 g cream cheese, softened
  • 120 g powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
  • 240 ml heavy whipping cream
  • 60 g unsalted butter (for glaze)
  • 20 g unsweetened cocoa powder (for glaze)
  • 60 ml Coca-Cola (for glaze)
  • 150 g powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • Whipped cream (for garnish)
  • Crushed peppermint (optional)
  • Maraschino cherries (optional)
  • Chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease and flour three 23 cm round cake pans.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 355 ml Coca-Cola, 225 g unsalted butter, and 40 g unsweetened cocoa powder. Heat until it reaches a rapid boil.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 330 g all-purpose flour and 400 g granulated sugar. Pour the cocoa mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
  4. Add 120 ml buttermilk, 2 large eggs, 1.5 teaspoons baking soda, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
  5. Distribute the batter among the three prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool the layers on wire racks.
  6. For the cream cheese filling, beat together 200 g cream cheese, 120 g powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Whip 240 ml heavy cream to soft peaks and fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  7. Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a platter and spreading cream cheese filling, then repeat with the second layer. Add the third layer on top.
  8. For the glaze, melt 60 g unsalted butter, 20 g unsweetened cocoa powder, and 60 ml Coca-Cola in a saucepan. Stir in 150 g powdered sugar until smooth and pour over the cake.
  9. Garnish with whipped cream and optional toppings like crushed peppermint or maraschino cherries.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are measured accurately for the best results. Allow cooling before assembly.

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