Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with Cherry Coke Cupcakes, a fun and easy dessert perfect for any occasion. These moist chocolate cupcakes are infused with the sweet fizz of cherry cola and topped with a luscious cherry-flavored frosting. With maraschino cherries nestled on top, they not only taste amazing but also look visually appealing. Whether it’s a birthday party, casual gathering, or just a sweet treat at home, these cupcakes will impress both friends and family. Prepare to elevate your dessert game with this unique recipe that combines nostalgia and indulgence in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Devil’s food cake mix
- 1 cup cola
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 10 oz jar maraschino cherries (plus juice for frosting)
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line muffin pans with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, cola, cherry juice, oil, and eggs; whisk until just blended.
- Fill each liner two-thirds full with batter; add one maraschino cherry to each.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter in a stand mixer and gradually add powdered sugar and remaining cherry juice until fluffy.
- Frost each cupcake and top with sprinkles or more cherries as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg