Apple Sauce Cake
A moist and tender cake made with applesauce, perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Pan
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or a 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray or a bit of butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until evenly combined.
- In another bowl, mix the applesauce, brown sugar, oil (or melted butter), eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts and raisins (or dried cranberries) until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
- Dust with powdered sugar or add your favorite frosting if desired, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
For added depth of flavor, try using dark brown sugar or adding a teaspoon of orange zest to the batter.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg