Description
- A soft, spiced, and moist applesauce cake made with simple ingredients like butter, cinnamon, and applesauce. Perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup chilled applesauce
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the applesauce until fully combined.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and cloves.
- Stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined.
- Fold in walnuts and raisins.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before serving.
Notes
- Use unsweetened applesauce for the best flavor.
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or omit them entirely.
- Store leftover cake at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American