Del Monte Fruit Cocktail Cake Recipe

Josephen & Animash

Make the best Del Monte Fruit Cocktail Cake with this easy recipe. Soft, moist, and fruity dessert ready in 55 minutes. Perfect for family gatherings and tea time.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 285 kcal

Equipment & Tools

9-inch square baking pan
Oven
Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Measuring cups and spoons
Cooling Rack
Wooden stick or toothpick

Ingredients

1 ½ cup King Arthur Flour, recommende all-purpose flour
3 eggs
¾ teaspoon Arm & Hammer baking soda, recommended
¾ cup caster sugar
⅓ teaspoon salt
1 ½ 15-ounce cans Del Monte fruit cocktail in light syrup (do not drain)
⅓ cup brown sugar optional, for topping
¾ cup walnuts chopped (optional)

Instructions

Follow these simple steps to prepare your fruit cocktail cake:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Lightly grease a 9-inch square baking pan with butter.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs using a whisk until bubbly and frothy.
Add the caster sugar and salt. Mix well until fully dissolved.
In another bowl, combine flour and baking soda. Stir well.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the egg mixture and mix gently.
Add the fruit cocktail along with all the syrup. Do not drain it. Fold everything together until combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Sprinkle chopped walnuts and brown sugar evenly over the top (optional).
Bake for 40–45 minutes.
Insert a wooden stick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
Remove from oven and let it cool on a rack.
Sprinkle some freshly sifted brown sugar on top if desired.
Cut into squares and serve.
Your delicious Del Monte Fruit Cocktail Cake is ready to enjoy!

Notes

Do not rinse or drain the fruit cocktail syrup. It keeps the cake moist.

Do not overmix the batter. Mix gently for a soft texture.

You can reduce sugar slightly if you prefer a less sweet cake.

Make sure the oven is fully preheated before baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 285kcal (14%)Carbohydrates: 42g (14%)Protein: 5g (10%)Fat: 11g (17%)Cholesterol: 55mg (18%)Sodium: 210mg (9%)Potassium: 180mg (5%)Sugar: 26g (29%)Calcium: 40mg (4%)Iron: 1.8mg (10%)

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