Description
Discover the easiest way to bake a delicious fruit cake with this Cake Mix Fruit Eggs Recipe! Perfect for beginners and busy bakers, this recipe uses simple ingredients like cake mix, eggs, and fresh fruit to create a moist, flavorful dessert. With two mouthwatering variations, you’ll love how versatile and foolproof this recipe is.
Ingredients
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1 box of cake mix (vanilla, chocolate, or lemon)
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3 large eggs
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1 cup fresh fruit (e.g., berries, diced apples, or mashed bananas)
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1/2 cup water
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1/3 cup vegetable oil
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Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or shredded coconut
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
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Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Stir until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
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Add the Fruit: Gently fold in the fresh fruit (and optional add-ins) until evenly distributed.
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Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve with your favorite toppings!
Notes
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Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free cake mix and ensure all add-ins are gluten-free.
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Vegan Option: Replace the eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg) and use a vegan cake mix.
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Storage: Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days, in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT25-30M
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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