Step 2: Make the Caramel Pecan Filling
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until it melts and turns amber.
- Add butter and stir until fully incorporated.
- Slowly pour in the cream (it will bubble vigorously), stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat, stir in chopped pecans, and add a pinch of sea salt.
- Let the caramel cool until thickened but still spreadable.
Step 3: Prepare the Ganache
- Place chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
- In a small saucepan, bring heavy cream just to a simmer.
- Pour hot cream over chocolate and let sit for 2–3 minutes.
- Add butter, then stir until silky and glossy. Set aside to cool slightly so it’s pourable but not too runny.
Step 4: Assemble the Cake
- Place the first cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the caramel pecan filling generously across the top.
- Carefully place the second cake layer on top.
- Pour the ganache over the cake, letting it drip down the sides for a dramatic effect.
- Garnish with extra pecans or a drizzle of caramel for a bakery-style finish.
Tips for Success
- Don’t overbake: The Coca Cola cake should be soft and moist. Keep an eye on it after 28 minutes.
- Toast the pecans: This step intensifies their flavor and adds crunch.
- Make ahead: The cake layers can be baked a day early. Assemble with caramel and ganache just before serving.
- Serving idea: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to highlight the contrast of warm caramel and rich chocolate.
Final Thoughts
The Decadent Double Chocolate Coca Cola Cake with Caramel Pecan and Ganache Layers is not just a dessert—it’s an experience. Every forkful delivers moist chocolate cake, buttery caramel, crunchy pecans, and smooth ganache. It’s sweet, slightly salty, nutty, and deeply chocolaty, making it unforgettable for anyone lucky enough to taste it.
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