Strawberry Soda Cake (2 Ingredients)

May 24, 2023

Written by Alison

This Strawberry Soda Cake is a delightful twist on a classic dessert, incorporating the refreshing flavor of strawberries and cream soda.

Did you know that you can make a cake with just soda? It’s true! With only two ingredients, you can whip up a delicious cake in no time.

Forget about eggs, butter, and oil. All you need is a can of soda and some cake mix, and you’re good to go.

Making a soda cake is incredibly quick and easy. With its minimal ingredients and steps, you’ll have a cake ready in a flash. The best part is that using soda instead of the traditional ingredients gives the cake a unique flavor and texture.

Personally, I had never tried making a soda cake before, but I was eager to experiment with the new Dr Pepper Strawberries & Cream soda. It’s been flying off the shelves, and when I finally got my hands on some, I knew it was time to put it to the test.

According to my kids, the cake tasted reminiscent of a Jello poke cake, but without the Jello. It turned out incredibly moist and delicious. Not bad at all for just adding one ingredient to the cake mix.

Now, I did mention that this recipe only requires two ingredients for the cake itself. However, if you’d like to decorate it, there are some optional ingredients you can add. I topped mine off with a tub of Cool Whip and some sliced strawberries, but feel free to get creative.

The cake is delicious on its own, but the extra toppings make it even more visually appealing and tasty.

What is a soda cake?

A soda cake is a unique type of cake that utilizes soda as a key ingredient, eliminating the need for traditional cake ingredients like eggs, oil, and water.

What does soda do to cake?

The carbonation and flavor from the soda keeps the cake moist and helps leaven the cake.

Soda Cake Ingredients

Box of strawberry cake mix
Can of Dr Pepper Strawberries & Cream soda
Cool Whip topping (optional)
Strawberries (optional)

Recipe Variations

Can use Sprite, 7Up or any lemon lime soda in place of the Strawberry soda.
Can use vanilla or chocolate cake mix in place of strawberry cake mix.
Change the shape of the cake using different pans such as a bundt cake pan or make cupcakes.

How to Make a Strawberry Soda Cake

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a 9X13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl add boxed cake mix, then soda and mix together until fully combined. No not add any other ingredients.
Pour cake batter into baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until toothpick comes clean when inserted in the middle.
Allow cake to cook completely. Spread thawed cool whip topping evenly over top of cake. Add sliced strawberries, cut and serve.

Recipe Tips

Cool the cake completely before decorating.
Mix the cake mix thoroughly and make sure there are no lumps in the mixture.
Check for doneness by sticking a toothpick in the middle of the cake. If it comes out clean it’s done. If not, bake a little longer.

How to Store a Soda Cake

To Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
To Freeze: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil and store in freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw in fridge overnight before serving.

FAQs

Can I use any type of soda for soda cake?

Yes, you can. The carbonation is what you need to make the cake so any kind of soda would work even club soda.

Do I need to add any other ingredients besides cake mix and soda?

Nope! That is all you need to make a soda pop cake.

Can I use a homemade cake mix instead of a boxed cake mix?

Absolutely! Just make sure to substitute the boxed cake make with an equivalent amount of the homemade cake mix.

Can I use diet soda in this recipe?

Yes, you can use any kind of diet soda or zero sugar soda. Keep in mind the taste might be slightly different.

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