Best 20 Fruit Cocktail Cake Recipes

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Immerse yourself in a culinary adventure as we embark on a delectable journey to discover the most enticing recipe for the classic "Fruit Cocktail Cake." Let your taste buds anticipate a tantalizing blend of juicy fruits, aromatic spices, and a moist, fluffy cake that will elevate your baking experience to new heights. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your kitchen exploration, this article will guide you through the nuances of creating the ultimate fruit cocktail cake, transforming your kitchen into a haven of sweet aromas and unforgettable flavors.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



Fruit Cocktail Cake image

Very moist and fruity cake, no oil added, quick and easy. Especially delicious when served with whipped cream. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Provided by Cyndi

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (16 ounce) can fruit cocktail
½ cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease one 9x9 inch square baking pan.
  • Combine the flour, white sugar, egg, baking soda, vanilla and undrained fruit cocktail. Mix until blended. Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the top with the brown sugar.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 minutes or until golden brown and firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 86.8 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



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This is my son's favorite cake, and when he asks for it for his special birthday cake, he usually gets it! It's easy to make, and a good dessert to take to potlucks or social functions. There's always someone who wants the recipe, and I'm more than happy to oblige.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

CAKE:
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (16 ounces) fruit cocktail with syrup
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
SAUCE:
1/4 cup evaporated milk
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all cake ingredients; mix well. Pour into a 13x9-in. pan and sprinkle with topping ingredients. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes. Meanwhile, combine all sauce ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. When cake is done and still warm, pour sauce over cake. Cool to room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SUPER EASY FRUIT COCKTAIL COBBLER CAKE



Super Easy Fruit Cocktail Cobbler Cake image

This is a super quick, super easy dessert to make. Three ingredients and two minutes of prep time is all it takes. Doesn't get any easier. I've used other items instead of fruit cocktail like canned pears, canned blueberries or canned cherries. I've also sprinkled coconut on top of the cake before baking which adds great flavor. Serve plain, with Cool Whip or your favorite ice cream.

Provided by Bowtie

Categories     Dessert

Time 47m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 (15 ounce) cans fruit cocktail (I use Del Monte Carb Clever to cut down on some of the sugar)
1 (18 ounce) box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Melt one stick of butter in a microwave safe dish for 1 minute 40 seconds on 50% power.
  • Pour entire contents of fruit cocktail cans (juice and all) into a 8 X 11 glass pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Spread fruit cocktail evenly on bottom of pan.
  • Sprinkle box of yellow cake mix, evenly, over top of fruit cocktail. Do NOT mix cake mix and fruit cocktail. Use the back of a spoon to smooth out cake mix.
  • Drizzle melted butter over top of cake mix. (Cake mix does not need to be completely covered in butter).
  • (Optional - sprinkle a small amount coconut on top of the cake before baking, photo shows it with coconut).
  • Bake on 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE (FROM A CAKE MIX)



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This delicious cake comes together fast, starting with a cake mix. I think the flavor is very subtle, and the cake is quite moist. The original recipe had a syrupy sweet icing on it, but I added the coconut/brown sugar on top instead, and I think it makes this a nice snacking cake. (*NOTE: I used a fruit cocktail I've found that has guava, mango, etc., and found the pieces a little large, so I chopped it up a bit before adding to mixture. The regular fruit cocktail with grapes, etc., should be fine w/o that)

Provided by newspapergal

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix (I use the kind with pudding in the mix, Betty Crocker)
1 (16 ounce) can fruit cocktail, undrained
1 cup coconut, plus
1/2 cup coconut
2 eggs
1/2 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat to 325*.
  • Combine cake mix, fruit cocktail with juices, 1 cup of coconut and eggs in a large mixer bowl.
  • Blend, then beat at medium speed for 2 minutes.
  • Pour batter into greased 9x13 pan, or two 8x8 pans.
  • Sprinkle batter evenly with remaining 1/2 cup of coconut, and then 1/2 cup of brown sugar.
  • Bake at 325* for 45 min (if 9x13 pan; about 30-35 min for two pans).
  • Serve warm or room temp; stays moist for several days.

FAST FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



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A convenient can of fruit cocktail is the key to this moist, down-home dessert from Karen Naramore of Gillette, Wyoming. "It's so comforting served warm with whipped cream or ice cream," she promises.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) fruit cocktail, undrained
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; stir until smooth. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Combine brown sugar and nuts; sprinkle over top. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE VII



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This cake is very moist. It's one of my husband's favorites.

Provided by MARY ANN PUTMAN

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sheet Cake Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggs
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 (15.25 ounce) can fruit cocktail with juice
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 cup white sugar
½ cup butter
⅔ cup evaporated milk
1 cup flaked coconut
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Sift together the flour, and baking soda; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, sugar and fruit cocktail. Beat in the flour mixture. Spread batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Prick the top with a fork and spread on topping while still hot.
  • To make the topping: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar, butter, evaporated milk and coconut. bring to a rolling boil over medium heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.6 calories, Carbohydrate 64.5 g, Cholesterol 55.4 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 257.7 mg, Sugar 49.3 g

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE I



Fruit Cocktail Cake I image

A lovely fruit cocktail cake, simple and delicious.

Provided by Karen Birchfield

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 egg
1 (16 ounce) can fruit cocktail
½ cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray one 8 x 8 inch square baking pan with cooking spray.
  • In a medium sized bowl combine flour, white sugar, salt, baking powder, egg, and fruit cocktail. Mix until just combined and pour into the prepared pan. Sprinkle top with the brown sugar.
  • Bake at 32 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 45 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 148.4 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE II



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An easy cake to put together, the fruit cocktail makes it very moist.

Provided by JJOHN32

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs
2 (15.25 ounce) cans fruit cocktail
2 cups self-rising flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup white sugar
½ cup evaporated milk
¼ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Cream 1 1/2 c sugar with the eggs. Add fruit cocktail (including liquid). Add the flour and baking soda--mixing well with beater. Pour into a greased and floured 9 inch round cake pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) about 15-20 minutes. Usually bakes best in thick aluminum cake pans.
  • To Make Frosting: Mix well the cup of sugar, canned milk and stick of margarine. Cook slowly till mixture blends. Cook about 2 minutes more; remove from heat. Add vanilla, chopped nuts and coconut. Stir mixture until thick. Spread on cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.3 calories, Carbohydrate 102.5 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 576.9 mg, Sugar 58.8 g

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE III



Fruit Cocktail Cake III image

This fruit cocktail is different than other recipes in that it has butter added. It does make a difference!

Provided by Glenda

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sheet Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup butter, melted
2 eggs
2 cups self-rising flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (16 ounce) can fruit cocktail

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix sugar and melted butter or margarine. Add eggs, and beat well. Mix in flour and vanilla. Stir in fruit cocktail. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  • Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until cake tests done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 34.2 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 222 mg, Sugar 16.8 g

DEL MONTE FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



Del Monte Fruit Cocktail Cake image

Make and share this Del Monte Fruit Cocktail Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bigherbncv

Categories     Dessert

Time 33m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 (15 ounce) can del monte fruit cocktail in light syrup
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Sift flour with sugar, soda and salt.
  • Beat eggs until thich and lemon colored.
  • Add undrained fruit cocktail to egg mix.
  • Stir in dry ingredients, mix thoroughly.
  • Pour into greased and floured 9" square.
  • pan.
  • Combine nuts and brown sugar.
  • Sprinkle nuts/sugar over batter.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until tests.
  • done.

PAULA DEEN'S FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



Paula Deen's Fruit Cocktail Cake image

This was adapted from this summer's edition of Cooking With Paula Deen, in the section called From My Friends. I decreased her quantity of oil in the cake and used less butter in the frosting; it was wonderful! Moist, sweet, and easy. The frosting recipe is at the bottom.

Provided by MindiLouWho

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/4 cups sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 large eggs
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (15 ounce) can fruit cocktail, undrained
1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 (2 1/4 ounce) bag chopped walnuts (optional)
3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter
1/2 cup evaporated milk or 1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half
1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Lightly grease a 13x9 baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, beat sugar, oil, applesauce and eggs at medium speed until fluffy.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to sugar mixture, beating well. Batter will be thick. Stir in fruit cocktail. Pour into baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with coconut.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Pour Coconut Frosting over hot cake. Sprinkle with walnuts, if desired. Cool completely before cutting into squares.
  • COCONUT FROSTING: In a med ium saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and milk. Bring to a boil over med-high heat; boil & stir one minute. Add coconut & vanilla; stir. Pour over hot cake.

MOMMA'S FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



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Not sure where it originated and some on here close - but no cigar to this! While I'm told it is good cold, it never lasted long enough to find out...I'm sure you'll have the same issue. It's one-bowl, quick and easy!

Provided by Acceptance

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 1 cake, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) can fruit cocktail in heavy syrup
1 egg
1 cup sugar, white
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Drain the fruit, beating the juice with the egg till creamy.
  • Add the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt.
  • Fold in the fruit.
  • Pour into a greased 8 x 8 inch pan. Top with nuts and brown sugar.
  • Bake for 35 minute at 350.
  • Serve with dollops of fresh whipped cream.

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE VI



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This recipe has been in my family for years. It is a very moist cake with a delightful buttery coconut topping.

Provided by Greg Franchini

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sheet Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 pinches salt
2 eggs
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 (15.25 ounce) can fruit cocktail with juice
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup chopped walnuts
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup butter
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (7 ounce) package flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Sift together the flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, Beat eggs and 1 1/2 cups white sugar together until smooth. Beat in flour mixture and fruit cocktail with juice. Spread into prepared pan. Mix together the brown sugar and chopped nuts; sprinkle on top of cake.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Remove from oven and immediately poke holes in cake with fork. Pour topping over cake.
  • To make the topping: In a small saucepan, combine sugar, butter and evaporated milk. Bring to a boil, and stir in coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.9 calories, Carbohydrate 77 g, Cholesterol 54.7 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 339.3 mg, Sugar 57.7 g

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE WITH SWEET, BUTTERY SAUCE



Fruit Cocktail Cake with Sweet, Buttery Sauce image

What makes this Fruit Cocktail Cake the greatest is that it is served with a wonderful butter sauce. Also, it is so simple to make. I know when you try it you will agree. (Double all ingredients to bake in an 11x13-inch pan.)

Provided by Julie

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sheet Cake Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
1 cup fruit cocktail, drained
1 cup white sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
½ cup evaporated milk
½ cup butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9-inch square pan.
  • With an electric mixer, mix egg, fruit cocktail, 1 cup sugar, flour, soda, and salt in order given. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes.
  • To make sauce: bring to a boil 1 cup sugar, evaporated milk, and butter or margarine. Serve hot on cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.7 calories, Carbohydrate 71 g, Cholesterol 58.3 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 303.1 mg, Sugar 51.6 g

FRUIT COCKTAIL COFFEE CAKE



Fruit Cocktail Coffee Cake image

This is so easy to throw together. This recipe makes good use of any extra fresh fruit that may become overripe if not used. Smells delicious while cooking and is great served warm from the oven.

Provided by MARIA MAC

Categories     Breads

Time 50m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) can fruit cocktail, reserve 1/2 cup juice (or 2 cups of cut up fruit)
1 egg
1 cup sugar
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup brown sugar
chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Drain fruit cocktail well, reserve 1/2 cup liquid. Beat egg and sugar.
  • Sift dry ingredients, add to egg mixture, alternately with fruit liquid.
  • Fold in the fruit. Pour into 9x9 greased and floured pan. Sprinkle brown sugar and nuts on top. Bake 350 degrees for 40 minutes. Serve from the pan.
  • This is also good for dessert, served with whipped cream or ice cream.

FRUIT COCKTAIL COCONUT CAKE



Fruit Cocktail Coconut Cake image

My mother made this all the time when we were growing up. It is very sweet so a little goes a long way. Not a pretty cake but oh so good and easy to prepare. I have frozen this in precut squares and popped in the microwave for a sweet warm treat.

Provided by Old widow

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (16 ounce) can fruit cocktail in syrup
2 1/3 cups coconut
2 eggs
1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Combine cake mix, fruit cocktail with syrup, 1 cup coconut and eggs in large bowl. Beat at medium speed with electric mixer for 2 minutes.
  • Pour into greased 13x9 inch baking pan. Sprinkle with brown sugar.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 45 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched.
  • In saucepan bring butter, sugar and milk to a boil, boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in remaining coconut. Spoon over hot cake in pan. Serve warm or cool.

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE V



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This is a quick, easy cake. My mom used to make it for our lunchboxes.

Provided by Sharon

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup margarine, softened
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 (15.25 ounce) can fruit cocktail, including syrup
¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
¾ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the margarine and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Beat in the flour mixture, then stir in the fruit cocktail and syrup, mixing just until combined. Stir in the walnuts and chocolate chips.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 467.4 mg, Sugar 27.7 g

ICE BOX FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



ICE BOX FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE image

Categories     Fruit

Number Of Ingredients 7

•2 packs (200g) Graham Crackers
•5 packs (250ml) All-purpose Cream, chilled
•1 can (300ml) Condensed Milk, chilled
•1 can (836g) Fruit Cocktail, drained
•1 can of Peach in Light Syrup, drained (optional)
Read more: http://www.pinoyrecipe.net/fruit-cocktail-ice-box-cake-recipe/#ixzz2pnogkHfM
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Steps:

  • •Arrange pieces of graham crackers to cover bottom of 10×8 or similar pan. •Mix all purpose cream and condensed milk in a bowl and mix to blend well. •Spread a quarter of cream mixture on top of layered graham crackers. •Arrange or scattered a portion of fruit cocktail over the cream. •Cover with another quarter of cream mixture and spread evenly to cover the fruits. •Arrange another layer of graham cracker on top of the cream mixture and cover it evenly. •Then cover the top with another quarter of cream mixture, followed with fruits and lastly, cover with the remaining cream. •Decorate your refrigerator cake with the remaining graham crackers. •Crush remaining crackers and sprinkle on top and arrange fruit on top. •Cover and refrigerate for about 4 hours or overnight, to set or firm the cake before you slice and serve.

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



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My mom made this cake for us when I was growing up in the 50's and 60's. I made it for my family and it became a favorite of theirs too! Easy to make and very moist without the use of oil.

Provided by Sandy Klotzbach

Categories     Cakes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium can(s) fruit cocktail, in syrup
1 c white sugar
1 egg
1 c flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
TOPPING,
1/2 c chopped walnuts
1/2 c brown sugar, firmly packed

Steps:

  • 1. Place fruit cocktail, including juice, into large bowl. Add white sugar and egg. Mix well, and then add dry ingredients.
  • 2. Mix until well blended and spoon into a well greased 9" square cake pan.
  • 3. Stir together chopped nuts and brown sugar. Add to top of cake batter. Lightly pat down. Bake until done, about 40 minutes at 350 degrees until lightly browned. Toothpick test does not work with this recipe.

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



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My mother, bless her heart, didn't know how to cook or bake. She knew how to make one cake, and a couple of main courses like fried chicken or pork chops. Anyway, everywhere we were invited, my mother made this cake. When I was little, I didn't have a taste for it. My sister loved it though. Once I got older, I really liked...

Provided by Shon Borneman

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 16

cake
1 1/2 c granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 c vegetable oil
2 c all purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp baking soda
1 can(s) fruit cocktail with juice
1/2 c flaked coconut
frosting
1/2 c butter (not margarine)
3/4 c granulated sugar
1/2 c evaporated milk
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 c flaked coconut
1/2 c walnuts or pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Cake: Beat sugar, eggs and oil together.
  • 2. Add flour, salt and baking soda.
  • 3. Add fruit cocktail with the juice; mix well.
  • 4. Pour batter into a greased and floured 9x13x2 inch pan. I use Kittencal's professional pan coating.
  • 5. Sprinkle coconut over batter.
  • 6. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes.
  • 7. Frosting: Place butter, sugar and evaporated milk in a medium size saucepan.
  • 8. Bring to a boil,stirring constantly, for 5 to 6 minutes or until it begins to thicken.
  • 9. Remove from heat.
  • 10. Add vanilla extract, coconut and nuts.
  • 11. Spread mixture onto cake while both are still hot.
  • 12. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • For a moist and flavorful cake, use fresh or frozen fruit. Thaw frozen fruit before using.
  • Use a variety of fruits to add color and flavor to the cake. Some good options include strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, and pineapple.
  • Be sure to drain the fruit well before adding it to the cake batter. This will prevent the cake from becoming too wet.
  • For a richer cake, use butter instead of oil. You can also add a cup of chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown on top.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

Fruit cocktail cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and flavorful cake and sweet and tangy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give fruit cocktail cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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