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Mary Ellen's Easy Cola Cake Recipe

This unbelievably delicious Cola Cake recipe, inspired by Mary Ellen's HGTV show, is a game-changer! I was skeptical, but one bite and I was hooked. The secret? A simple combination of cake mix and cola, topped with creamy pecan/coconut frosting. It's surprisingly moist, intensely flavorful, and perfectly sweet – the ultimate easy dessert! Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 265.4 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Mary Ellen's Easy Cola Cake

  • 1 (15.25 ounce) box German chocolate cake mix
  • 1/2 cup cola (for frosting)
  • Coconut Pecan Frosting

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How to Make Mary Ellen's Easy Cola Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, combine one 15.25 ounce box of German chocolate cake mix and one 12-ounce can of cola.
  4. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting: In a separate bowl, combine the prepared can of pecan/coconut frosting with 1/2 cup of cola.
  7. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  8. Once the cake is baked, let it cool slightly before pouring the frosting evenly over the top.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

120g

Fat

17g

Carbs

14g

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