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Root Beer Cake

Delightful Root Beer Cake with Creamy Frosting Twist

This Root Beer Cake combines nostalgic flavors and moist texture, topped with a creamy frosting, making it perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Substitute with a gluten-free cake mix if needed.
  • 12 oz Root Beer Any brand works; use diet root beer for a lower calorie option.
  • 1 cup Water Replace with milk for a richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil or Vegetable Oil Melted butter can enhance the taste.
  • 3 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 tsp Root Beer Extract Optional but recommended for an extra punch.
For the Frosting
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar Organic powdered sugar can be used for a cleaner option.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Vegan cream cheese can be substituted for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Dairy-free margarine can be used for a vegan version.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla extract is preferred for best results.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and prepare your baking pan by greasing a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, root beer, water, canola oil, root beer extract, and eggs. Mix for about 2 minutes until well combined.
  3. Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and spread evenly.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, performing the toothpick test to check for doneness.
  5. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. While the cake is cooling, beat together the cream cheese, softened butter, root beer extract, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Gradually add powdered sugar until fluffy.
  7. Once the cake is completely cooled, frost the top generously with the cream cheese frosting.
  8. Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 290mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake can be made a day in advance. Frosting should be added right before serving for the best appearance and flavor.

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