Description
Applesauce Cake is a delightful, moist dessert that fills your kitchen with the enticing aroma of warm spices and sweet apples. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed during cozy afternoons or served at gatherings. With its simple preparation and rich flavors, it’s sure to become a family favorite, bringing back fond memories with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Create a well in the center and add applesauce, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined.
- If using nuts, fold them into the batter gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg