Description
This moist and flavorful Applesauce Cake is a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of applesauce with warm spices. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make cake is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a comforting dessert that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups flour (all-purpose or spelt) 🌾
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt 🧂
- 1 cup applesauce 🍏
- ¾ cup sugar or coconut sugar
- ¼ cup oil or melted butter 🧈
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or raisins 🥜
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square pan. - Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. - Combine Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, mix together the applesauce, sugar, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined. - Combine & Bake:
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. If desired, fold in the optional chopped walnuts or raisins. Spread the batter evenly into the greased pan and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. 🍰
Notes
- Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- This cake can be easily adapted by adding other spices or using different mix-ins.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg