Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Applesauce Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert that is bound to become a family favorite. This easy-to-make cake features the natural sweetness of applesauce, ensuring each bite is soft and delicious. Perfect for any occasion—be it a casual snack, a birthday celebration, or just because—this applesauce cake can be customized with your choice of add-ins like raisins or walnuts. Lower in fat and sugar than traditional cakes, it’s a guilt-free treat that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup applesauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tbsp oil (or additional applesauce)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- Optional: spices and mix-ins (raisins, walnuts)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together applesauce, water, oil, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
- In another bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and spices.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; fold in optional add-ins if desired.
- Pour batter into a greased or lined 8-inch baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg