If you love easy desserts with big comfort-food payoff, this old-fashioned favorite is about to become your go-to. Made with simple pantry staples and canned fruit, this self-saucing cake turns golden and bubbly in the oven with almost no effort. It’s cozy, nostalgic, and perfect when you want something sweet fast.
Cuppa Cuppa Cake
This classic recipe gets its charming name from its straightforward measurements—a cup of flour and a cup of sugar—combined with fruit cocktail to create a moist, spoonable cake with a rich, buttery topping. It’s the kind of no-fuss dessert that feels homemade in the best possible way.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter, divided | 1/4 cup |
| Self-rising flour | 1 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Fruit cocktail in juice, undrained | 1 can (15 oz) |
| Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream | For serving |
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven and Prepare the Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9-inch pie dish or cake pan using part of the 1/4 cup of butter.
Step 2: Mix the Batter
In a large bowl, combine the self-rising flour, granulated sugar, and the entire can of fruit cocktail, including the juice. Stir just until everything is evenly mixed.
Step 3: Add Butter and Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Cut the remaining butter into small pieces and scatter them evenly over the top of the batter. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the surface is golden and set.
Step 4: Cool and Serve
Let the cake rest for at least 10 minutes before serving. Spoon it out while still warm and top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate comforting dessert.
