FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE

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This is such a simple and satisfying cake and it really brings simplicity and comfort in this retro dessert. I have had it with no topping and have tried both toppings. All ways are great! It's so special to me because it was given to me from my best friend's (like a sister to me) grandmother who passed on a few months ago. ...

Provided by Annamaria Settanni McDonald

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 24

CAKE
2 eggs
1 1/2 c sugar
1/2 c oil
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 c flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
15 1/2 oz fruit cocktail
OPTIONAL TOPPING #1
1 c brown sugar
1/4 c butter, softened
1 c toasted pecans or walnuts
1/2 c finely chopped coconut (optional) (you can chop in a food processor)
OPTIONAL TOPPING #2: BOILED VERSION
1 stick butter
1 1/2 c coconut
1 c sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1 c evaporated milk
1 c toasted pecans, chopped
SERVE WITH...
vanilla ice cream
caramel topping

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a 9x13 baking pan.
  • 2. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir in the undrained fruit cocktail, beaten egg, and vanilla until well blended. Pour into prepared pan.
  • 3. TOPPING OPTION ONE: Mix together the brown sugar, butter, and nuts then sprinkle over the cake batter. Then bake.
  • 4. Bake until the cake starts to pull away from the sides sof the pan and a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
  • 5. IF USING SECOND OPTIONAL TOPPING, Boil all ingredients in a sauce pan for one to two minutes. Pour over hot cake.
  • 6. Serve warm with or without ice cream and caramel topping. Also great eaten cooled.

Alishbha Khan
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This cake is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing.


Surya Kafle
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Danish Dub
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. The fruit cocktail adds a really nice touch.


thatkidtreydian
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great cake for any occasion.


Call me Cultis
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover fruit. It's also a great dessert for a potluck.


Adama osman
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I love this cake! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great.


Shoaib Shabbir
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This cake is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing.


Zelax music
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Mike Johns
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. The fruit cocktail adds a really nice touch.


Khem sapkota
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great cake for any occasion.


Kaden Hennie
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover fruit. It's also a great dessert for a potluck.


Vikash Rathor
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I love this cake! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great.


Haji Gulaslam
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This cake is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing.


Rofinur Islam
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Rakib Hasen
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. The fruit cocktail adds a really nice touch.


Rosie Yensen
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover fruit.


Ayaath Khalique
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and it always turns out great.


Neo Shibise
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! It was easy to make and it tasted great.


Roni Rony
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This cake was a huge hit at my party! It was so moist and delicious, and the fruit cocktail gave it a really unique flavor.


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