ORANGE-COLA CHOCOLATE CAKE

Orange-Cola Chocolate Cake image

Most people are shocked to learn this moist and luscious cake starts with a mix. Substituting cola for water, adding a hint of orange flavor and serving each slice with dipped strawberries turns a simple mix into a spectacular dessert people love! -Stephanie Vogel, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size)
3 eggs
1-1/3 cups cola
1/2 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon orange extract
CHOCOLATE-COVERED STRAWBERRIES:
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening
12 fresh strawberries
FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons instant chocolate drink mix
1/4 cup cola
1/2 teaspoon orange extract

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, cola, oil and extract. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds; beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Wash strawberries and pat dry. Dip each strawberry into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; refrigerate until set, about 30 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine the frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Frost cake. Garnish each serving with a chocolate-covered strawberry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 85g carbohydrate (65g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.