If you’ve ever watched Steel Magnolias, you may already recognize this beloved Southern dessert—Cuppa Cuppa Cake. It’s the kind of recipe that’s been passed down through generations, not written on recipe cards but remembered by heart. As Dolly Parton’s character famously explains, there’s no need to measure beyond a simple cup: a cuppa flour, a cuppa sugar, a cuppa fruit cocktail. That’s it. Mix it up, bake it until golden, and dessert is done.
This humble cake perfectly captures the spirit of Southern baking—simple, comforting, and made with pantry staples you likely already have on hand. No mixer, no complicated steps, and no stress. The fruit cocktail melts into the batter as it bakes, creating a soft, spoonable texture with sweet pockets of fruit throughout. A few pats of butter on top melt down into the cake, forming a lightly crisp, golden crust that’s irresistible straight from the oven.
Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, and you’ve got a dessert that feels nostalgic, cozy, and effortlessly delicious. It’s the kind of cake you make when company drops by unexpectedly—or when you’re just craving something sweet without a lot of fuss.
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