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Fruit Cocktail Cake

A moist and flavorful cake studded with fruit cocktail and topped with creamy frosting, perfect for gatherings and potlucks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 can 15 oz fruit cocktail, drained
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped nuts optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
  4. In another bowl, beat sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth.
  5. Stir in the drained fruit cocktail until evenly distributed.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  7. Fold in chopped nuts, if using.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool completely on a cooling rack before frosting.

Notes

Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent the icing from melting.