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Best Easy Cuppa Cuppa Cake Recipe (Classic Southern Dessert)


If you’ve never heard of a “Cuppa Cuppa Cake,” get ready to fall in love. This old-school Southern favorite gets its name from the simple formula: one cup of this, one cup of that. No mixer, no fuss—just layer, bake, and enjoy.

It’s part cobbler, part cake, and completely irresistible. With a buttery golden top and sweet, bubbling fruit underneath, this dessert is the kind of comfort food that feels like it came straight from grandma’s kitchen.


🛒 Ingredients (Simple & Pantry-Friendly)

The Classic “Cuppa” Formula:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup milk

The Rest:

  • 1 can (15–20 oz) fruit filling
    Peach, cherry, or apple work beautifully
  • ½ cup (1 stick) butter

👩‍🍳 How to Make Cuppa Cuppa Cake

This recipe is almost magical—no mixing required!


1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).


2. Melt the Butter

Place butter in a baking dish and melt it in the oven.


3. Add the Fruit

Pour the canned fruit (with juices) evenly over the melted butter.

Don’t stir—just layer it.


4. Mix the Batter

In a bowl, whisk together:

  • Flour
  • Sugar
  • Milk

Until smooth.


5. Pour & Layer

Pour the batter evenly over the fruit.

Important: Do not mix—this layering creates the signature texture.


6. Bake Until Golden