Root Beer Cake

Indulge in the nostalgic, fizzy charm of this Root Beer Cake—a fluffy, chocolatey dessert with a sweet twist from the beloved soda! This unique recipe combines rich cocoa powder and classic root beer to create a moist, tender cake that’s bursting with retro flavors. Enhanced by a luscious root beer glaze that provides a glossy finish and extra sweetness, this dessert is perfect for celebrations, potlucks, or a simple weeknight treat. The preparation is straightforward, requiring just 20 minutes of prep time before being baked to perfection. Whether baked in a 9x13-inch pan or an eye-catching bundt mold, this root beer-infused delight is a surefire crowd-pleaser that’s just as fun to make as it is to eat.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Root beer (not diet)
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 large Eggs
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons Root beer (for glaze)
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter, softened (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or a bundt pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the root beer, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir well.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 5

Gently beat in the eggs one at a time until the batter is smooth, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before preparing the glaze.

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, root beer, and softened butter until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Pour the glaze over the cooled cake, allowing it to drizzle down the sides if using a bundt pan.

Step 11

Let the glaze set for about 15 minutes, then slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1545 grams (1545.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4501

Total Fat 136.80g	175%
Saturated Fat 81.30g	406%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 662mg	221%
Sodium 3284mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 827.60g	301%
Dietary Fiber 51.00g	182%
Total Sugars 523.90g
Protein 68.50g	137%

Vitamin D 91IU	456%
Calcium 284mg	22%
Iron 35mg	193%
Potassium 2310mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.6%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 68.7%