Description
A moist and spiced cake made with applesauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the sugar and softened butter together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the applesauce and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
This cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week, or frozen for about three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg