20 Clever Recipes That Use a Can of Coke
Sure, you've heard of beer bread and Irish soda bread. But have you ever made a baked treat with a can of Coca-Cola? It may sound surprising (if you aren't from the South, at least), but the sugary soda is a perfect ingredient for moist cakes and other desserts. These Coke recipes will make you see the drink in a whole new light!
From cola-glazed ham to Coke Float Popsicles, the possibilities are endless. Crack open a nice can of Coke and get ready for a fun kitchen experiment. And for more fun facts about the soda, don't miss these 30 Secrets About Coca-Cola You Never Knew.
Traditional Coca-Cola Cake
If you've enjoyed a Southern meal at Cracker Barrel, you've probably seen this tasty treat on the menu. The good news is that it's not too difficult to replicate at home! Fair warning: It tastes very sweet.
Get our recipe for Traditional Coca-Cola Cake.
Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Pork
This recipe lets you use your favorite soda can, so if you're more partial to Dr. Pepper or root beer, they'll work just as well. Plus, what's easier than making pulled pork right in your Instant Pot?
Get the recipe from Creme de la Crumb.
Coke Float Popsicles
Who says that Popsicles have to be fruit-flavored? This inventive recipe takes all the fun of a Coke float and converts it into frozen form. It's perfect for those hot summer days.
Get the recipe from Lil' Luna.
Crock-Pot Ham with Cola Glaze
Ham isn't just for the holidays—and you can glaze it with soda, too. Give this unexpected recipe a try; you might just be surprised how delicious it is.
Get the recipe from The Seasoned Mom.
Coca-Cola Marinated Ribs with Homemade BBQ Sauce
If you haven't caught on yet: Coke is a surprisingly great ingredient for slow-cooked meat. It could be just what your ribs are missing!
Get the recipe from What's Gaby Cooking.
Coca-Cola Tres Leches Cake
Now that we've told you about regular Coca-Cola cake, what if we told you that you could even make a tres leches version? This recipe uses devil's food cake mix and tres leches cake for a truly decadent experience.
Get the recipe from Cooking Classy.
Cherry Vanilla Dirty Coke
Put down the rum and Coke and try out this easy cocktail instead. Thanks to Grenadine, vanilla extract, and vodka, your favorite soda just got a major upgrade.
Get the recipe from Cupcakes and Kale Chips.
Crock-Pot Coca-Cola Pulled Chicken
If a can of Coke works with pulled pork, it also works with pulled chicken! This slow cooker recipe couldn't be easier.
Get the recipe from Flour on My Face.
Coke Float Push-up Pops
These are way better than store-bought push-up pops! And they're incredibly Instagram-friendly if that's your jam.
Get the recipe from Gimme Some Oven.
Amish Chuck Roast
Have you ever had a pot roast made with Coke? If you haven't, you won't know what hit you when you try this slow cooker recipe.
Get the recipe from The Seasoned Mom.
Coca-Cola Brownie Crinkle Cookies
We love crinkle cookies in all forms, but you've probably never had ones quite like these. They're the perfect way to end a summer meal!
Get the recipe from Sweet Phi.
Coca-Cola Cupcakes
Another delicious, Coke-based dessert is these fudgy cupcakes! Using boxed chocolate cake mix makes this recipe easy to make, but the Coke and homemade frosting give it a leg up against other boxed-mix treats.
Get the recipe from That's So Michelle.
Three-Ingredient Pulled Pork
If you don't have an Instant Pot, this pulled pork recipe is perfect for your slow cooker. All you need is meat, red onion, and Coke!
Get the recipe from Sweet Phi.
Hickory-Smoked BBQ Chicken Wings
This recipe comes straight from the Coca-Cola store itself! If you haven't had cola-glazed wings yet, the summer is the perfect time to try this recipe.
Get the recipe from the Coca-Cola Store.
Coca-Cola Chili
Another Coca-Cola store recipe, this chili gets an unexpected sweetness thanks to, you guessed it, the addition of Coke.
Get the recipe from the Coca-Cola Store.
Pressure Cooker Coca-Cola Baked Beans
Baked beans are already sweet, so why not make them even sweeter with a bit of soda? Don't knock it until you try it!
Get the recipe from Kitchen Cat.
Coca-Cola Marinated Ribeye Steaks
This recipe comes straight from the grocery store, and we have to thank Hy-Vee for its innovative thinking! Coke and steak aren't a pairing you might think to try, but the flavor combination really works.
Get the recipe from Hy-Vee.
Coca-Cola Sloppy Joes
Sloppy Joes are another meat-based dish that benefits from the addition of a little Coke. You'll never buy canned Sloppy Joes again!
Get the recipe from The Cake Chica.
Coca-Cola Jello Salad with Cherries
Jello salad is one of the most retro dishes out there, and adding cola to it gives this recipe an even more vintage feel.
Get the recipe from The Food Charlatan.
Slow-Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos
You didn't think we'd give you Coke recipes for pulled pork and pulled chicken and not add shredded beef, did you?
Get the recipe from Tablespoon.
