CHOCOLATE-COLA POUND CAKE

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"This rich, delicious pound cake gets Southern flavor from pecans. This type of dessert is served at many Southern family reunions and potluck suppers," writes Lisa Varner of Charleston, South Carolina. "It's the perfect size for my husband and me."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
3 eggs
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup cola
1/2 cup chopped pecans
ICING:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1 tablespoon butter, softened
2 to 3 tablespoons cola
2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream and cola. Beat just until combined. Fold in pecans., Coat a 7-in. tube pan with cooking spray and dust with flour; add batter. Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., For icing, in a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, cocoa and butter. Stir in enough cola to achieve desired consistency. Frost cake; sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 741 calories, Fat 39g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 180mg cholesterol, Sodium 317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (64g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Shoaib Shoaib
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect! I've made it for parties, potlucks, and family gatherings, and it's always a hit. I love the unique flavor of the cola and the moist texture of the cake. I will definitely be making this c


Destruktor
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the cola glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Amos upie
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This cake is delicious! I made it for my family and they all loved it. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the cola glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Syed Abdul Rafay shah Shah
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I'm not usually a fan of pound cake, but this Chocolate Cola Pound Cake is amazing! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the cola glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Jasmine limbu
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out great! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I love the unique flavor of the cola and the moist texture of the cake. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


malik khurmi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly! It's moist and flavorful, and the cola glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Pively
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and moist texture. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Ayaan Abrar
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I'm not a big fan of cola, but I loved this cake! The chocolate flavor is dominant, and the cola just adds a hint of sweetness and complexity. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making


Legand Boy
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the cola glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again for special occasions.


Adil Adilzeshan
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This cake is delicious! The chocolate and cola flavors are perfectly balanced. I made it for a party and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Kylie Julian
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I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful, and the cola glaze is amazing. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I highly recommend this recipe!


Angel Moss
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This cake was easy to make and turned out perfect! I used a bundt pan and it came out beautifully. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the cola glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Javairia Adnan
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I've never been a big fan of pound cake, but this Chocolate Cola Pound Cake changed my mind! The cake is so moist and flavorful, and the cola adds a delicious twist. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sanjana Keya
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and moist texture. I will definitely be making this cake again.


John Wisman
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This Chocolate Cola Pound Cake is a must-try! The cake is moist and flavorful, with the perfect amount of sweetness. The cola adds a unique twist that makes this cake extra special. I'll definitely be making this again!