Description
This Fruit Cocktail Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert that combines the sweetness of brown sugar and fruit cocktail with the crunch of walnuts. Baked to perfection in just 50 minutes, it’s an easy and delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ¾ cup fruit cocktail (undrained)
Sugars and Nuts
- 1 ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- ½ cup walnuts (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully preheat to ensure even baking for the cake.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, eggs, 1 ½ cups brown sugar, and the undrained fruit cocktail. Stir thoroughly until you achieve a consistent batter.
- Prepare Baking Pan: Grease a 9-inch square baking pan to prevent sticking. Pour the batter evenly into the pan, spreading it out smoothly.
- Add Toppings: Evenly sprinkle the remaining ½ cup brown sugar and chopped walnuts over the top of the batter to add a sweet and crunchy layer.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake the cake for 45 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing into 9 servings. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can use either light or dark brown sugar depending on your preference for depth of flavor.
- Undrained fruit cocktail adds moisture and sweetness directly to the batter.
- Chopped walnuts add a nice crunch but can be omitted or substituted with other nuts.
- Ensure the baking pan is well greased to avoid the cake sticking to the pan.
- Check for doneness at 40 minutes if your oven runs hot to prevent overbaking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
