Fruit Cocktail Cake IV

Ingredients and Weight:

Yellow cake mix (8-serving size)
Fresh fruits of your choice (such as strawberries, blueberries, oranges, etc.) - Total weight: 300 grams
Cream cheese - 250 grams
Butter - 100 grams
Icing sugar - 150 grams
Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
Salt - A pinch

Preparation Time:

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Prepare the yellow cake mix according to the package instructions and bake in a greased and floured 9-inch round cake pan.
While the cake is baking, prepare the fruit cocktail by washing and cutting the fresh fruits into small pieces. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese, butter, icing sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
When the cake is done baking, let it cool completely.
Once the cake is cooled, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on top of the cake.
Arrange the fruit cocktail on top of the cream cheese layer.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)

Dish Characteristics:

This dish is a combination of a classic yellow cake with a creamy cheese filling and fresh fruits, providing a sweet and refreshing taste.
The dish showcases creative freedom in choosing fruits, allowing for variations based on seasonal availability or personal preference.

User Comments:

"The combination of flavors was excellent! The cake was moist and the cream cheese filling was creamy and delicious."
"I loved the fresh fruit topping. It added a nice touch of freshness to the dish."
"This was a great dish to serve at a gathering. Everyone enjoyed it and said it was very tasty."

Special Precautions and Tips:

Be sure to choose fresh fruits that are ripe and in-season for the best flavor.
This dish can be made in advance and refrigerated for up to 2 days before serving.
When cutting the cake, use a sharp knife to ensure clean cuts.