Best 5 Mommas Fruit Cocktail Cake Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with the delightful flavors of Mommas Fruit Cocktail Cake. This classic recipe, handed down through generations, offers a burst of fruity sweetness in every bite. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a comforting treat, Mommas Fruit Cocktail Cake promises to satisfy your cravings. With its moist and tender crumb, topped with a generous layer of fruit and a drizzle of glaze, this cake is sure to become a beloved favorite in your kitchen.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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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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

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 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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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

Tips:

  • Use ripe fruit: This will ensure that your cake is moist and flavorful. If you don't have ripe fruit on hand, you can always microwave it for a few seconds to soften it.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake in a greased and floured pan: This will help prevent the cake from sticking to the pan.
  • Serve the cake with fresh fruit or whipped cream: This will add extra flavor and moisture to the cake.

Conclusion:

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

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