Fruit Cocktail Cake I

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mixed fresh fruits (such as strawberries, blueberries, pineapple chunks)
• 1/2 cup of fresh cream or whipped topping

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and vegetable oil until fully combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Gently fold in the mixed fresh fruits.
6. Pour the mixture into a greased and floured cake pan.
7. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool before adding fresh cream or whipped topping.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that the nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)

• Calories: About 400 calories per slice (assuming an 8-inch cake)
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• This dish is a combination of a cake and a fruit salad, offering both a sweet and fresh taste.
• The use of fresh fruits adds a natural sweetness and a variety of flavors.
• The cake is moist and dense, with a soft texture.

User Comments:

1. "The cake was delicious! The combination of fruits and cake was perfect."
2. "I loved the fresh taste of the fruits in the cake. It was a great summer dessert."
3. "The cake was very moist and the whipped topping was a great addition."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use fresh fruits for the best flavor and texture.
• Do not overmix the batter to prevent a tough cake.
• Test the cake for doneness using a toothpick before removing from the oven.
• Allow the cake to cool completely before adding fresh cream or whipped topping to prevent it from melting.