Friendship Bread - 30 day fruit cake Recipe

Name: Friendship Bread - 30 day fruit cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large can sliced peaches; 1 large can pineapple chunks; 1 large can fruit cocktail; 1 small jar maraschino cherries; 4 eggs, beaten slightly; 1 cup (225 ml) chopped nuts; 1 box yellow cake mix; 1 box instant vanilla pudding; 3/4 cup (175 ml) oil; 7-1/2 cups (1775 ml) sugar; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) starter (or substitute)

Servings: persons

1
Pour into gallon glass jar: 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) starter, 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) sugar, 1 can sliced peaches in syrup.
2
Store in cool place but do not refrigerate.
3
Allow to ferment.
4
Stir once a day for 10 days.
5
Day 10: Add 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) sugar and pineapple chunks in syrup.
6
Stir once a day for 10 days.
7
Day 20: Add 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) sugar, fruit cocktail in syrup and maraschino cherries.
8
Stir once a day for 10 days.
9
Day 30: Drain liquid from fruit.
10
Divide into 3 parts and store in glass jars.
11
This is the starter for your next batch.
12
Divide fruit into 3 parts, using 1 part for each cake.
13
Mix the cake mix, pudding, eggs, 2/3 cup (150 ml) oil, nuts and 1/3 of the fruit by hand.
14
Bake in greased tube pan at 350 degrees (175 C.) for 50 mins.
15
Starter substitute: 1 cup (225 ml) white Karo syrup, 3 tbs (45 ml).
16
lemon juice and 1/4 cup (60 ml) fruit nectar or water.

1303

kcal

Calories

Fat

183

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large can sliced peaches, 1 large can pineapple chunks, 1 large can fruit cocktail, 1 small jar maraschino cherries, and more.

Yes, Friendship Bread - 30 day fruit cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Friendship Bread - 30 day fruit cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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