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Nicole's Punch Bowl Cake Recipe

This show-stopping Punch Bowl Cake is a family favorite, guaranteed to impress at your next dinner party, potluck, or family gathering! Easy enough for even a 5-year-old to help make, this recipe features a moist cake bursting with delicious fruit. Bake it the night before for ultimate convenience, and let the flavors meld for an even more incredible taste! Customize with your favorite fruits – but trust us, our suggestions are divine. Prepare to receive rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 414.8 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Nicole's Punch Bowl Cake

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Nicole's Punch Bowl Cake

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How to Make Nicole's Punch Bowl Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 12-cup Bundt pan or a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine the fruit, lemon juice, and sugar.
  7. Gently fold the fruit mixture into the batter.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. While the cake is cooling, prepare the syrup: In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  12. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  13. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  14. Once the cake is completely cool, poke holes all over the top with a wooden skewer or toothpick.
  15. Slowly pour the syrup over the cake, allowing it to soak in completely. You may need to repeat this process.
  16. Garnish with whipped cream and fresh fruit (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

228g

Fat

13g

Carbs

24g

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