DR. PEPPER CAKE
This moist and flavorful Dr. Pepper Cake combines the unique taste of Dr. Pepper soda with rich chocolate and spice notes. It’s a classic Southern dessert perfect for celebrations or any special occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup Dr. Pepper soda
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans optional
For the Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup Dr. Pepper soda
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cloves.
Add Wet Ingredients:
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Remove from heat and stir in Dr. Pepper, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla.
Combine:
- Slowly add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in pecans if using.
Bake:
- Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Prepare Frosting:
- Beat butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add vanilla, powdered sugar, and Dr. Pepper soda, beating until creamy.
Frost Cake:
- Spread frosting over cooled cake before serving.
Notes
Make Ahead: Cake and frosting can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.
Customisations: Add chopped cherries or substitute nuts for pecans.
Serving Suggestions: Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Customisations: Add chopped cherries or substitute nuts for pecans.
Serving Suggestions: Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.