For a richer flavor, toast the walnuts lightly before chopping and adding them to the topping. Feel free to substitute pecans or almonds for the walnuts. Other nuts will work as well. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
Ugly Duckling Cake
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING18 People
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VIEWS220
Don't let the name fool you! This surprisingly delicious cake, brimming with fruit cocktail and coconut, transforms humble ingredients into a comforting, crowd-pleasing dessert. The warm, buttery coconut topping seals the deal.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate44 g
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Cholesterol37 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium261 mg
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Sugar27 g
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Fat13 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, undrained fruit cocktail, 1 cup of coconut, and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Sprinkle the brown sugar and chopped walnuts evenly over the surface of the batter. (2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, approximately 45 minutes. (45 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View While the cake is baking, prepare the topping: In a saucepan, combine the butter, white sugar, and evaporated milk. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat and stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of coconut. (10 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Once the cake is done, immediately spoon the hot coconut mixture evenly over the warm cake. Let cool slightly before serving. (2 minutes)
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Magnolia Miller
Jun 7, 2025My cake sunk in the middle. What did I do wrong? - Jessica P.
Ryan Jones
Oct 30, 2024I was skeptical about the fruit cocktail, but it made the cake so moist! - John B.
Michele Ohara
Sep 10, 2024Jessica P., make sure your oven temperature is accurate and avoid opening the oven door frequently during baking. - Evelyn Reed
Theresia Heaney
May 18, 2024This recipe is so easy and delicious! My family loved it. - Sarah M.
Bernie Williamson
Jan 28, 2024I added a dash of cinnamon to the batter and it was fantastic! - David K.
Juana Satterfield
Dec 31, 2023This is now my go-to recipe for potlucks! - Karen S.
Nettie Walter
Nov 24, 2023Simple to make, delicious to eat! Thanks for sharing! - Michael R.
Bonita Blanda
Oct 24, 2023The glaze is amazing! I could eat it with a spoon. - Emily L.