Best 14 Fruit Cocktail Cake I Recipes

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Welcome to the world of delightful flavors, where a symphony of fruits harmonizes with the richness of a moist cake. If you're looking for a dessert that captures the essence of summer, look no further than the enticing Fruit Cocktail Cake. With its vibrant hues and irresistible aroma, this cake is sure to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a realm of pure indulgence. In this comprehensive guide, we'll unveil the secrets behind creating the perfect Fruit Cocktail Cake, ensuring that every bite is a celebration of flavors and textures.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



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Serve this old-fashioned Fruit Cocktail Cake up for dessert or invite your friends for coffee! Made from scratch, NO box mix needed!

Provided by Kathleen

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (16-ounce) fruit cocktail with syrup (undrained)
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar (firmly packed)
1 cup sugar
1 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
3/4 cup pecans (chopped)
Reddi Wip
maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Adjust an oven rack to medium position. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9X13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, stir together all cake ingredients until well combined. Pour into prepared baking dish and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Meanwhile, make the topping by combining all the ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Continue to boil, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Pour over hot cake and smooth evenly with an offset spatula.
  • Top individual slices of cake with a dollop of Reddi Wip and Maraschino cherries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 kcal, Carbohydrate 79 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Sodium 466 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 61 g, ServingSize 1 slice

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE I



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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



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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.

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



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I adopted this delicious cake recipe from the RecipeZaar account in February 2005. The only changes I made were to add some vanilla and cut back the baking time. Be sure to top it with Recipe #7062, another of my adopted recipes.

Provided by GrandmaIsCooking

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups unbleached flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 (15 ounce) can fruit cocktail, undrained
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking soda and salt.
  • Add eggs, fruit cocktail and vanilla and mix all ingredients well (by hand--do not use electric mixer); batter will seem very thick at first (if you use good fruit cocktail that has mostly fruit, not all juice), but this is the way it should be (the juice in the fruit cocktail is the only liquid in this recipe except, of course, the eggs).
  • Pour into a greased 9 inch x 13 inch pan.
  • Bake at 350°F for about 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean.
  • This cake is best with Fruit Cocktail Cake Icing #7062.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.2, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 35.2, Sodium 248.2, Carbohydrate 46.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 30.1, Protein 3.3

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



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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

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.

BEST EVER FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



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This is a great textured cake, melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Easy to make. Can be served warm or at room temperature.

Provided by nita 284904 souther

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 CAKE, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 medium size can fruit cocktail in juice (a good brand)
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup evaporated milk (no substitutions)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup walnuts or 1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.3, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 65.3, Sodium 501.9, Carbohydrate 70.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 48.4, Protein 6

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE III



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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

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 (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.

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE



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There's always a can of fruit cocktail lurking in your cupboard that no one wants. Here's a good way to put it to use.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggs
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (14 ounce) can fruit cocktail-juice
2 cups flour
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease a 13x9-inch pan.
  • In a mixing bowl lightly beat the eggs, then stir in the sugar, baking soda, salt and fruit cocktail with juice.
  • Stir in flour, blending well, then turn into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 30- 35 minutes or until cake tester comes out clean.
  • Leave cake in pan.
  • To make the icing-------------------->>>.
  • In a medium saucepan combine sugar, milk and butter and bring to a boil.
  • Boil for a minute.
  • Stir in vanilla.
  • Pour hot syrup over fork poked cake while it is still hot from the oven.
  • Serve from pan while still warm or cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.5, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 57, Sodium 378.2, Carbohydrate 54, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 37.6, Protein 3.6

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



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Talk about cool and refreshing! This is such an awesome cake for the warmer weather. It is light and delicious and the perfect ending to a barbecued meal. Top with whipped cream or use the included recipe for yummy frosting.

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (19 ounce) can fruit cocktail
1 1/3 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 box instant vanilla pudding (4 serving size)
1 can mandarin orange (with juice)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, combine fruit cocktail (juice included), sugar, eggs and vanilla and stir until well mixed.
  • Combine flour, salt and soda and gradually add to fruit mixture.
  • Stir until well combined.
  • Pour into a greased and floured 9 x 13 inch baking pan and bake for about 45 minutes or until cake starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
  • Cool completely and frost with included recipe or just top with whipped cream or Cool Whip.
  • Frosting: Combine whipped topping and pudding mix until well mixed.
  • Fold in mandaring oranges with juice until well combined.
  • Frost cooled cake.
  • Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.3, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 35.2, Sodium 548.5, Carbohydrate 57, Fiber 1, Sugar 40.7, Protein 3.6

FRUIT COCKTAIL CAKE WITH BUTTER SAUCE



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MY FAMILY doesn't care for fruitcake, but we like this modified version. It's similar to a date-nut bread and we enjoy it with the butter sauce. It's really moist and delicious. I'm glad a friend shared this recipe with me many years ago. -Mrs. C. Cunningham Astoria, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1/2 cup golden raisins
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) fruit cocktail, undrained
Confectioners' sugar, optional
BUTTER SAUCE:
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup evaporated milk or half-and-half cream
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, nuts, raisins, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. In a small bowl, beat egg; add fruit cocktail. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour into a greased and floured 8-in. round baking pan. Bake at 325° for 55-60 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool in pan for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack. Cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired. For sauce, combine sugar, butter and milk in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Serve warm over the cake. Refrigerate leftover sauce.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen fruit for the best flavor. If using frozen fruit, thaw it completely before using.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Coat the fruit in flour before adding it to the batter. This will help to prevent the fruit from sinking to the bottom of the cake.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it.
  • If you want a fluffy frosting, whip the butter and sugar together until they are light and fluffy before adding the other ingredients.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Conclusion:

Fruit cocktail cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite fruits. Whether you are making it for a special occasion or just for a weeknight dessert, fruit cocktail cake is sure to be a hit.

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