Description
A delightful cake that combines moist applesauce with warm spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups applesauce
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch cake pan.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy and light in color.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the applesauce and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Notes
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. It freezes well for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: applesauce cake, dessert, nostalgic, baking, family recipe