Friendship Fruit Starter Cake
Celebrate the joy of sharing with this irresistible Friendship Fruit Starter Cake—a sweet and tangy dessert that begins with a 20-day fermented fruit starter, perfect for gifting to friends or baking into a moist, flavorful treat. Featuring a delightful combination of canned peaches, pineapple, and maraschino cherries infused with sugar, this cake is loaded with warm spices like cinnamon and the option to add crunchy nuts for extra texture. The fruit starter not only enhances the cake’s natural sweetness but also makes it incredibly moist and rich. Ideal for holidays or special gatherings, this cake is easy to prepare with simple pantry staples and makes a great conversation piece. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with cream cheese frosting for a dessert that’s as heartwarming as it is delicious. Perfect for those searching for a shareable recipe or a unique twist on traditional fruit cakes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 ounces Canned peaches with juice
- 15 ounces Canned pineapple chunks with juice
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 10 ounces Maraschino cherries with juice
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 4 Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Start the friendship fruit starter by combining 15 ounces of canned peaches with juice, 15 ounces of canned pineapple chunks with juice, and 1 cup of granulated sugar in a large glass or plastic container. Mix well, cover loosely, and let sit at room temperature.
Step 2: Stir the fruit mixture daily for 10 days, keeping it covered. After 10 days, add 10 ounces of maraschino cherries with juice and another 1 cup of granulated sugar. Stir well and continue to stir daily for another 10 days.
Step 3: After the 20 days, the fruit starter will be ready. Divide the starter into 1-cup portions to share with friends or use immediately.
Step 4: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish or two 9-inch round cake pans.
Step 5: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 cups of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, 2 teaspoons of baking soda, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Mix well.
Step 6: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of vegetable oil, 4 eggs, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined.
Step 7: Fold in 1 cup of the prepared fruit starter (including fruit pieces) and 1 cup of chopped nuts if desired. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or pans.
Step 8: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9: Serve the cake as-is or with a dusting of powdered sugar or cream cheese frosting. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6605 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 294.0 g | 377% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.7 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 134.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 4004 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 956.3 g | 348% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 656.0 g | ||
| Protein | 84.6 g | 169% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 25.5 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 1792 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
