Description
This Amish Applesauce Cake is a moist and spiced dessert filled with warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Perfectly sweetened with applesauce, this simple yet delicious cake is great for holidays, potlucks, or any time you crave a cozy dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup raisins or chopped nuts (optional)
For the Glaze (Optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or a 9-inch Bundt pan. - Mix the dry ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside. - Cream the butter and sugars
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes). - Add the wet ingredients
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix in the applesauce until smooth. - Combine wet and dry ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in raisins or nuts, if desired. - Bake the cake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 35–40 minutes (for a 9×13 pan) or 45–50 minutes (for a Bundt pan), or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. - Cool the cake
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. - Make the glaze (optional)
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake. - Serve
Slice and serve as is, or pair with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Substitute whole wheat flour for added fiber.
- Add a pinch of ground ginger for extra warmth.
- This cake freezes well; wrap individual slices in plastic wrap for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg