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Cake: Texas Chocolate Cake - Coca Cola Cake Ingredients: For the Cake: 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup unsalted butter 1 cup Coca Cola 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 large eggs, beaten 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the Frosting: 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup Coca Cola 4 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup chopped pecans (optional) Instructions: For the Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well and set aside. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the Coca Cola and cocoa powder, stirring until well combined. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove it from the heat. Pour the hot Coca Cola mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Add this mixture to the batter and mix until well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. For the Frosting: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cocoa powder and Coca Cola, stirring until well combined. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove it from the heat. Gradually whisk in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. If desired, stir in the chopped pecans. Pour the frosting over the warm cake, spreading it evenly. Allow the cake to cool completely before serving. This Texas Chocolate Cake with Coca Cola is a delightful treat with a unique flavor. Enjoy!

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