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Moist Old-Fashioned Applesauce Cake

Moist Old-Fashioned Applesauce Cake for Cozy Autumn Nights

This Moist Old-Fashioned Applesauce Cake is a delightful treat perfect for cozy autumn nights, evoking nostalgic flavors and a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with a gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda No substitutions recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Feel free to increase for more spice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Can be omitted if unavailable
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cloves Optional based on taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Can substitute with neutral oil
  • 1 cups Brown Sugar Adjust if using sweetened applesauce
  • 2 large Large Eggs No substitutes recommended
  • 1 cups Unsweetened Applesauce Ideal for controlling sweetness
  • 0.5 cups Buttermilk Can substitute with milk plus vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best results
Optional Add-Ins
  • 0.5 cups Chopped Walnuts Optional for crunch and flavor
  • 0.5 cups Raisins Include or exclude based on preference

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in applesauce, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding until just combined; fold in optional add-ins if using.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let it cool in the pan for about 15-20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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