Make a delicious fruit cake with this simple Fruit Basket Cake Recipe. This cake is colorful and fresh, perfect for parties or picnics.
It has a soft base and lots of tasty fruits on top. The juicy fruits and soft cake taste great together. This cake looks pretty and is also a healthy treat that everyone will like.
Making a Fruit Basket Cake at home is fun. You can use any fruits you like. Choose berries, tropical fruits, or both.
This recipe is easy to follow and great for all bakers. After you try this Fruit Basket Cake Recipe, it will become a favorite dessert.
When I First Tried Fruit Basket Cake Recipe
I first ate the Fruit Basket Cake at a summer party. The bright fruit on top looked so nice.
After one bite, I loved it and wanted to make it myself. It quickly became a favorite dessert for parties.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Parchment paper
- Oven mitts
- Cooling rack
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups assorted fresh fruits (berries, kiwi, pineapple, etc.)
- 1/4 cup apricot jam
How To Make Fruit Basket Cake Recipe
Step-by-Step Preparation:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a cake pan with parchment paper.
- Mix butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Slowly add dry mix to wet ingredients.
- Pour in milk and mix until smooth.
- Pour batter into the cake pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until brown.
- Cool cake on a rack.
- Spread apricot jam on the cooled cake.
- Arrange fruits on top nicely.
Recipe Tips
- Use fresh, ripe fruits for great flavor.
- Slice fruits thinly to arrange easily.
- Warm jam for easy spreading.
- Use a serrated knife to cut the cake.
- Chill cake before serving for firm texture.
What Can You Serve with Fruit Basket Cake Recipe?
- Whipped Cream: Adds a soft and creamy touch.
- Vanilla Ice Cream: Gives a cool taste with the cake.
- Mint Leaves: Makes the fruity flavors taste fresh.
Conclusion
The Fruit Basket Cake Recipe is a tasty way to enjoy fruity flavors. Its bright look and fresh taste are perfect for any event.
Easy to make and change as you like, this cake will be a favorite at home. Share it with friends and family and enjoy a nice homemade dessert.
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Fruit Basket Cake Recipe
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Parchment paper
- Oven mitts
- Cooling rack
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups assorted fresh fruits berries, kiwi, pineapple, etc.
- 1/4 cup apricot jam
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a cake pan with parchment paper.
- Mix butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Slowly add dry mix to wet ingredients.
- Pour in milk and mix until smooth.
- Pour batter into the cake pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until brown.
- Cool cake on a rack.
- Spread apricot jam on the cooled cake.
- Arrange fruits on top nicely.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe fruits for great flavor.
- Slice fruits thinly to arrange easily.
- Warm jam for easy spreading.
- Use a serrated knife to cut the cake.
- Chill cake before serving for firm texture.