Decadent Double Chocolate Coca Cola Cake with Caramel Pecan and Ganache Layers

Decadent Double Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake with Caramel Pecan and Ganache Layers

If you’re a lover of rich, indulgent desserts, the Double Chocolate Coca-Cola Cake with Caramel Pecan and Ganache Layers is an irresistible masterpiece. This Southern-inspired cake is a luxurious twist on the traditional Coca-Cola cake — a moist, fudgy chocolate base infused with the caramel-like sweetness of cola, layered with buttery caramel pecans, and finished with a glossy chocolate ganache that melts in your mouth. Let’s dive into how to create this show-stopping dessert step by step.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup Coca-Cola (not diet)
• 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
• ½ cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt

For the Caramel Pecan Layer:

• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for shine)

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans (or line with parchment paper for easy release).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a medium saucepan, melt butter, Coca-Cola, and cocoa powder over medium heat, stirring until the butter melts completely and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
4. Pour the hot cocoa-cola mixture over the dry ingredients and mix gently with a spatula until just combined.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, baking soda, and vanilla extract. Pour this into the chocolate mixture and stir until smooth and velvety.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

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