Applesauce Cake
Indulge in the warmth of a freshly baked applesauce cake, where sweet apple notes blend with cozy spices to create a delightful treat. This moist, tender cake is reminiscent of cherished family moments and is perfect for any occasion—be it a rainy afternoon or a festive gathering. With minimal ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe invites you to experience culinary joy while creating lasting memories with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar and vegetable oil until blended. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in applesauce and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg