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Applesauce Cake

This moist and flavorful applesauce cake is perfect for dessert or as a sweet snack, combining the warmth of cinnamon with the natural sweetness of applesauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
For the Topping
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and sugar.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the applesauce, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and optionally sprinkle with chopped walnuts on top.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Slice and serve, optionally dusting with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g

Notes

This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.

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