Lemon Lime Cake Recipe

A surprisingly delightful twist on a classic lemon lime cake! This recipe swaps traditional cake components for a secret ingredient: cola! Subbing in chocolate cake mix and chocolate pudding mix creates a rich, decadent chocolate cake with a bright citrusy zing. Perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a unique baking experience.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 55 mins

Calories 200.2 kcal

Protein 6g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Lime Cake

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How to Make Lemon Lime Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix, 1 package (3.4 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix, 1 (12 oz) can cola, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 4 large eggs, and 1 cup of lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite or 7 Up).
Mix with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, or until well combined.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
Frost with your favorite frosting (cream cheese frosting is recommended!).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

Carbs

11g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation For Large Groups 5 Ingredients Or Less Desserts Easy Beginner Cook Cakes Number Of Servings

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Lime Cake?

Lemon Lime Cake takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Lime Cake?

Lemon Lime Cake has approximately 200.2 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Lime Cake?

The key ingredients for Lemon Lime Cake are Cake Mix, Eggs, Instant Lemon Pudding Mix, Oil, Carbonated Lemon Lime Beverage. See the full list with measurements above.