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Cuppa Cuppa Cake

This Cuppa Cuppa Cake is an easy old-fashioned dessert made with simple pantry ingredients and a soft, sweet texture—perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, holiday desserts, casual baking, and comforting homemade treats.
Course Dessert
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings 8

Equipment

  • 8×8-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or rubber spatula

Ingredients

  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup canned fruit cocktail do not drain; use juice as well
  • Butter or cooking spray for greasing the pan
  • Vanilla ice cream for serving optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Generously grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and fruit cocktail (including juice).
  • Stir until well blended but do not over-mix. Make sure there are no clumps of flour.
  • Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth out.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until lightly browned on top and edges are bubbling.
  • Cool for 5 minutes before serving.