Orange-Cola Chocolate Cake |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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Most people are shocked to learn this moist and luscious cake starts with a mix. Substituting cola for water, adding a hint of orange flavor and serving each slice with dipped strawberries turns a simple mix into a spectacular dessert people love! Ingredients:
1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size) |
3 eggs |
1-1/3 cups cola |
1/2 cup canola oil |
1 tablespoon orange extract |
chocolate-covered strawberries: |
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips |
1 teaspoon shortening |
12 fresh strawberries |
frosting: |
1/2 cup butter, softened |
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar |
3 tablespoons instant chocolate drink mix |
1/4 cup cola |
1/2 teaspoon orange extract |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, cola, oil and extract. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds; beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan.
2. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
3. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Wash strawberries and pat dry. Dip each strawberry into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; refrigerate until set, about 30 minutes.
4. In a small bowl, combine the frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Frost cake. Garnish each serving with a chocolate-covered strawberry. Yield: 12 servings.
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