Joyce's Fabulous Fruit Cocktail Cake

Indulge in the nostalgic charm of *Joyce's Fabulous Fruit Cocktail Cake*, a timeless dessert that's as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. This moist, single-layer cake is bursting with the natural sweetness of canned fruit cocktail—syrup and all—and topped with a luscious buttery caramel sauce that soaks into every bite. Made with pantry-friendly ingredients like all-purpose flour and brown sugar, and featuring the subtle crunch of chopped pecans or walnuts, this cake delivers incredible flavor and texture with minimal effort. Perfectly balanced between sweet and nutty, it's finished off with a glistening sauce made from evaporated milk, butter, and sugar, making it irresistibly rich. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this easy-to-bake dessert is ideal for family gatherings or potlucks. Let *Joyce's Fabulous Fruit Cocktail Cake* become a beloved staple in your recipe collection!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 15 ounces Canned fruit cocktail (in syrup)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Chopped pecans or walnuts
• 0.5 cups Light brown sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar (for topping sauce)
• 0.75 cups Evaporated milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for topping sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir to mix the dry ingredients evenly.

Step 3

Add the eggs, canned fruit cocktail (including the syrup), and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined and the batter is smooth.

Step 4

Fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the top of the batter with the light brown sugar for a caramelized crust.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

While the cake is baking, prepare the topping sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and evaporated milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 10

When the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the warm topping sauce evenly over the hot cake, allowing it to soak in.

Step 11

Let the cake cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy Joyce's Fabulous Fruit Cocktail Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1779.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5175.0

Total Fat 149.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 627.6mg	0%
Sodium 4127.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 916.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 720.1g
Protein 59.7g	0%

Vitamin D 233.2IU	0%
Calcium 792.4mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 1716.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.6%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 69.8%