Fruit Cocktail Bread

Indulge in the sweet simplicity of Fruit Cocktail Bread, a moist and flavorful quick bread that transforms an ordinary pantry staple into a crowd-pleasing treat. This recipe combines tender bites of canned fruit cocktail (juice included!) with warm cinnamon and a touch of vanilla for a fruity, aromatic loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. Easy to make in just over an hour, this bread comes together with minimal effort using a handful of common ingredients like all-purpose flour, eggs, and vegetable oil. For an extra crunch, fold in chopped walnuts or pecans. Whether served plain, toasted, or slathered with butter, this fruit cocktail bread is a nostalgic, timeless classic you’ll want to remake time and time again. Perfect for sharing, gifting, or keeping entirely to yourself!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 14 ounces Canned fruit cocktail (in juice)
• 0.5 cups Chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Stir in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Add the entire can of fruit cocktail, including the juice, to the wet ingredients. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. If using, gently fold in the chopped nuts.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Slice, serve, and enjoy this delightful Fruit Cocktail Bread as is, or with a smear of butter for an extra treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1126.2 grams (1126.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3311

Total Fat 152.80g	196%
Saturated Fat 21.40g	107%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.20g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 2874mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 460.20g	167%
Dietary Fiber 15.90g	57%
Total Sugars 257.00g
Protein 46.70g	93%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 179mg	14%
Iron 15mg	85%
Potassium 943mg	20%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.4%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 54.1%