Best 20 Applesauce Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting aroma and delightful flavors of our delectable Applesauce Cake. This moist and tender cake is a symphony of sweet applesauce, warm spices, and a hint of tangy lemon, creating a taste sensation that will tantalize your taste buds. With three variations to choose from, this recipe offers something for every palate. The classic Applesauce Cake is a timeless favorite, while the Applesauce Spice Cake adds a touch of extra warmth with a blend of aromatic spices. For those who prefer a moist and dense texture, the Applesauce Bundt Cake is a must-try, featuring a rich, buttery crumb that melts in your mouth. Whichever variation you choose, prepare to embark on a culinary journey filled with the irresistible charm and irresistible taste of our Applesauce Cake.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRANDMA'S APPLESAUCE CAKE



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This moist applesauce cake recipe is a treasured heirloom passed down from my Grandma Stuit, who cooked for a family of 13 during the Depression. At reunions, it's the first dessert gone...including the crumbs! -Joanie Jager, Lynden, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup raisins
1 cup hot water
1/2 cup shortening
2 cups sugar
1 large egg
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg
1-1/2 cups applesauce
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Place raisins and hot water in a small bowl; set aside. , In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt and spices; add to creamed mixture alternately with applesauce and water. Drain raisins; fold into batter with the walnuts. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 300° for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Place pan on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

APPLESAUCE CAKE



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In our house "certain members" (I'm not naming names) eat everything with a side of applesauce. Pork chops, eggs, steak, pancakes, everything. So we have many jars and many types. This is from my grandma Elsie, though she calls for shortening instead of butter. How embarrassing!

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cups brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
2 cups applesauce
1/2 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts
Powdered sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, cream the butter. Add the brown sugar and continue mixing. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, and vanilla, then mix until well blended and fluffy.
  • In a separate bowl, sift together the dry ingredients. Add to the creamed mixture alternately with the applesauce. Fold in the raisins and walnuts. Pour batter into a greased and floured loaf or tube pan and bake until firm to the touch, about 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool in the pan, then turn it out, and dust with powdered sugar.

MOTHER'S APPLESAUCE CAKE



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This is a good old-fashioned applesauce cake. It will fill your house with the spicy fragrance of fall.

Provided by Cathy Brisco

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
3 teaspoons baking soda
½ cup butter
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
3 cups unsweetened applesauce
½ cup raisins
½ cup dates, pitted and chopped
1 cup chopped walnuts
½ cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease and flour a tube pan.
  • Whisk together flour, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and soda. Set aside.
  • Cream together 1/2 cup butter and 2 cups brown sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Mix in eggs. Add flour mixture into creamed mixture alternately with applesauce, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Stir in the raisins, dates, and walnuts. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven until a tester inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 1 1/2 hours. Cool on wire rack.
  • To make icing, melt 1/2 cup butter or margarine in a small saucepan over low heat; stir in 1 cup brown sugar. Boil for 2 minutes. Stir in milk, and continue to stir until the mixture returns to a boil. Remove from heat, and cool for 5 minutes. Beat in vanilla and confectioners' sugar. Frost cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.7 calories, Carbohydrate 90.7 g, Cholesterol 54.1 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 415 mg, Sugar 66.1 g

APPLESAUCE RAISIN CAKE



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This cake is moist and delicious. I am from Washington state and this is my Mother's recipe. Great topped with caramel frosting!

Provided by Sharon Sisson

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup butter
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
2 ½ cups applesauce
1 ½ cups chopped walnuts
2 cups raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Mix together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the applesauce. Fold in the walnuts and raisins. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.1 calories, Carbohydrate 71.4 g, Cholesterol 53.8 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 252 mg, Sugar 41.5 g

APPLESAUCE CAKE



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Applesauce makes this cake exceptionally moist. It's delicious on its own or served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. If you decide to use store-bought applesauce, choose one with a chunky texture.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes     Bundt Cake Recipes

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cups packed light-brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
2 large eggs
2 cups Basic Applesauce, or store-bought chunky applesauce
Nonstick cooking spray
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom. Set aside.
  • In another bowl, with an electric mixer, beat butter, brown sugar, and honey until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until combined. With mixer on low speed, gradually add flour mixture; beat just until combined. Beat in applesauce.
  • Generously coat a nonstick 9-inch tube pan with cooking spray. Spoon batter into pan; smooth top. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean (but slightly wet), 50 to 60 minutes.
  • Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Turn out of pan onto a cutting board or baking sheet; invert cake onto rack, top side up. Cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving, if desired.

OLD FASHIONED APPLESAUCE SPICE CAKE



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Savor the warm feelings of comfort and contentment from this Old Fashioned Applesauce Spice Cake, a long-time favorite recipe. Bake a slice of nice today.

Provided by Duncan Hines(R) Canada

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Duncan Hines® Canada

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package Duncan Hines® Moist Deluxe® Spice Cake Mix
3 large eggs
1 ¼ cups applesauce
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 cup chopped nuts
1 container Duncan Hines® Creamy Home-Style Classic Vanilla Frosting
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour 13x9-inch pan.
  • Combine cake mix, eggs, applesauce and oil in large bowl. Beat at medium speed with electric mixer for 2 minutes. Stir in nuts. Pour into bake pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Cool in pan 15 minutes. Invert onto cooling rack. Turn right-side up. Cool completely.
  • For frosting, combine frosting and cinnamon; stir until blended. Spread over cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.1 calories, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 362.7 mg, Sugar 21.9 g

APPLESAUCE LOAF CAKE



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"Slices of this moist old-fashioned cake hold up well in a lunch bag," assures Pamela Kelley of Downey, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
1 egg
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Add to applesauce mixture; mix well. Stir in the raisins and walnuts. Pour into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 178mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASIEST APPLESAUCE CAKE



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This moist spice cake starts with a simple mix, but makes a wonderful breakfast or snack cake. This is the easiest Applesauce Cake I have ever made!

Provided by EAGLES1955

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup applesauce
¼ cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8x4 inch loaf pans.
  • In a large bowl, stir together cake mix, instant pudding mix, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Add the applesauce, oil, eggs and water. Blend for 3 to 4 minutes using an electric mixer. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  • Bake for 50 to 55 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1155.7 calories, Carbohydrate 174.3 g, Cholesterol 251.4 mg, Fat 45.2 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 1684.6 mg, Sugar 32.6 g

APPLESAUCE-OATMEAL RAISIN CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups water test
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 cup dark raisins
1/2 teaspoons salt
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large eggs
13 by 9-inch baking pan

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil in a medium-size saucepan over moderately high heat. Stir in the oats. When the liquid returns to a boil, stir in the raisins and salt. Reduce the heat and simmer 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are soft and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat, stir in the sugar, applesauce, and oil. Cool to lukewarm. Meanwhile, heat the oven to 350 degrees, and grease the pan. Put the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg into a large bowl. Stir to mix well. Stir the eggs into the oat mixture. Add the flour mixture, and stir just until moistened. Spread in the prepared pan and bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until the cake starts to shrink from the sides of the pan and a wooden pick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Place the pan on a wire rack to cool. The cake is good served warm. Or cool completely, cover tightly, and store overnight at room temperature before serving or freezing.

CHOCOLATE APPLESAUCE CAKE



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Applesauce adds moistness to this tender cake with a sweet chocolate and nut topping. "It's breeze to make and perfect for picnics," comments Sue Braunschweig of Delafield, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups unsweetened applesauce
TOPPING:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine dry ingredients; add to the creamed mixture alternately with applesauce. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 12g fat, Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 274mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate, Fiber 4g protein.

APPLESAUCE CAKE



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"This family favorite is so sweet, moist and tender, no one will know it's a low-fat cake," says Joanne Huff of Champaign, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup egg substitute
1-1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup canola oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat egg substitute for 1 minute on medium speed. Add the applesauce, sugar and oil; mix well. Combine the dry ingredients; add to applesauce mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins and walnuts., Pour into a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Frost the cake.

Nutrition Facts :

SPICY GINGER APPLESAUCE CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This simple sheet cake is packed with three kinds of spicy ginger: fresh, ground and crystallized. The cake is delicious on its own, but cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of crystallized ginger push it closer to dessert. The cake can be made a day in advance, covered and refrigerated and brought to room temperature before serving. The crystallized ginger should be sprinkled on just before serving as it will weep in the fridge.

Provided by Yossy Arefi

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 1/4 cups/275 grams light brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups/480 milliliters unsweetened applesauce
3/4 cup/180 grams neutral oil like canola or grapeseed
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups/255 grams all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup/85 grams finely chopped crystallized ginger
12 ounces/350 grams cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup/115 grams unsalted butter, softened
2 1/4 cups/226 grams confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of kosher salt
1/2 cup/85 grams finely chopped crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a 9-by-13-inch glass or light-colored metal baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk sugar and eggs until light, about 1 minute. Add applesauce, oil, fresh and ground ginger, orange zest, cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, vanilla extract and salt. Whisk to combine.
  • Add the flour, baking soda and baking powder, and whisk until just combined. Fold in 1/2 cup chopped candied ginger.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top and firmly tap the pan on a countertop to release air bubbles. Bake the cake until golden and puffed, and a tester inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 35 minutes. Cool the cake in the pan on a rack.
  • When the cake is cool, make the frosting: Add the cream cheese and butter to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Mix on medium-high until smooth, stopping the mixer occasionally to scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl. Turn the speed to low, and slowly add the confectioners' sugar. Mix until the sugar is moistened, then turn the mixer speed up to medium-high and whip until smooth. Scrape down the bottom and sides of the bowl. Add the ginger, lemon zest, vanilla and salt, and mix on low.
  • Spread the frosting over the cooled cake in dramatic swoops and swirls, then sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup crystalized ginger on top. Serve at room temperature.

RAISIN APPLESAUCE CAKE



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This cake is one of my grandfather's favorites. And it seems like he always knows when you're making it-he must have a keen sense of smell! The recipe was passed down through the generations beginning with my great-grandmother. Sometimes I can imagine her making it all those years ago.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup shortening
2 tablespoons molasses
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups applesauce
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream the sugar and shortening. Beat in molasses until blended; set aside. Sift together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with applesauce, beating well after each addition. Stir in raisins., Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. tube pan. Bake at 350° until a toothpick comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Cake will not rise to top of pan. After 10 minutes, remove cake from pan and cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

APPLESAUCE SPICE CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup Filippo Berio® Extra Light Olive Oil plus some, for greasing pan
1 1/2 cups applesauce
1 cup raisins
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
Powdered sugar for dusting or sweetened whipped cream for frosting, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Grease a 9-inch square pan with olive oil. In a medium bowl combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  • In a large bowl mix brown sugar and olive oil on medium speed with an electric mixer. Mix until blended. Add applesauce and mix well. Add flour mixture all at once. Beat on low speed until well blended. Stir in raisins and walnuts. Spoon batter into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into squares. Serve plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or frosted with whipped cream.

OLD FASHIONED APPLESAUCE SPICE CAKE



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I found this recipe on a Duncan Hines spice cake mix box. It was easy to make. It was not too sweet, but sweet enough! I used chunky applesauce & I did not frost the cake -- I just sprinkled it with cinnamon sugar, but the frosting sounds good too.

Provided by BandJsGranny

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 ounce) box spice cake mix
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups applesauce
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 cup chopped nuts
1 (16 ounce) can vanilla frosting
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Grease & flour a 13 X 9 pan.
  • Combine cake mix, eggs, applesauce, and oil in a large bowl.
  • Beat at medium speed with an electric mixer for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in nuts.
  • Pour into pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  • Invert onto cooling rack, then turn right side up.
  • Cool completely.
  • For frosting:.
  • Combine vanilla frosting and cinnamon.
  • Stir until well blended.
  • Spread over cooled cake.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.9, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 450.3, Carbohydrate 65.7, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 44.3, Protein 5.5

APPLESAUCE CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE AND HONEY FROSTING



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This super-simple cake, which requires one bowl and one cake pan, comes from Julia Turshen's cookbook "Now & Again," and it's so easy to make you find yourself doing so often, especially throughout the fall when apples are on your mind. (It'd be especially great for Rosh Hashana, the Jewish new year, or for novice or time-pressed Thanksgiving bakers.) The cake's texture and appeal are similar to those of banana bread; if you like, you can stir a large handful or two of raisins, nuts or both into the batter just before you scrape it into the pan. And although you can use homemade applesauce for this, know that store-bought is just fine.

Provided by Julia Turshen

Categories     easy, snack, cakes, dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups/255 grams all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup/100 grams sugar
1/2 cup/120 milliliters buttermilk or plain yogurt
1 1/2 cups/400 grams unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup/80 milliliters canola or other neutral oil
6 ounces/170 grams cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons sour cream
1/4 cup/60 milliliters honey
Pinch of kosher salt

Steps:

  • Make the cake: Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray the bottom and sides of a 9-inch round cake pan with baking spray and line the bottom with a circle of parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, ginger, salt and baking soda. Add the eggs, sugar, buttermilk, applesauce and oil and whisk gently just until everything is combined. Use a rubber spatula to scrape the batter into the prepared pan and then smooth the surface so it is even.
  • Bake the cake until it is just barely firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 55 minutes. Set the cake aside on a wire rack to cool to room temperature.
  • Use a dinner knife to loosen the edges of the cake from the pan sides and then invert it onto a work surface. Peel off and discard the parchment. Invert the cake one more time onto a serving platter.
  • Make the frosting: In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, honey and salt and whisk together aggressively until the cream cheese is slightly aerated (you can also do this with a handheld electric mixer or in a stand mixer).
  • Spread the frosting over the top of the cake and don't worry too much about making this perfect. A not-too-perfect cake is so much better than a perfect cake. Cut into wedges and serve. Leftovers can be wrapped in plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 326, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 335 milligrams, Sugar 22 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SPICY APPLESAUCE CAKE



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This picnic-perfect cake travels and slices very well. With chocolate chips, walnuts and raisins, it's a real crowd pleaser. -Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 20-24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups applesauce
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup shortening
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cloves
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
TOPPING:
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the applesauce, sugar, shortening and eggs. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cloves; gradually beat into applesauce mixture until blended. Stir in the raisins, chocolate chips and walnuts. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Combine topping ingredients and sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHOCOLATE APPLESAUCE CAKE III



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This is an extremely moist cake that ranks right up there for all the chocoholics in my home. It does not need to be frosted because it is sprinkled with chocolate chips and walnuts before baking. Easy AND delicious!

Provided by Karen Dunn

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups unsweetened applesauce
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Sift together the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer set on medium speed. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Blend in the vanilla extract. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the applesauce.
  • Pour the batter into a 9x13 inch baking pan. Sprinkle with the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Cool in the pan on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 25.7 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 161.7 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

APPLESAUCE COFFEE CAKE WITH CRUMB TOPPING



Applesauce Coffee Cake with Crumb Topping image

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Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 19

For topping
1/4 cup all purpose flour
1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For cake
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (packed) grated lemon peel
2 large egg whites

Steps:

  • Make topping:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Mash with fork until blended and coarse crumbs form. Set aside.
  • Make cake:
  • Spray 9-inch-diameter cake pan with 1 1/2-inch-high sides with vegetable oil spray. Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt into large bowl. Whisk applesauce, buttermilk, oil, egg yolk, vanilla and lemon peel in medium bowl until well blended. Add to dry ingredients and stir just until moistened (batter will be thick). Beat egg whites in another large bowl until stiff peaks form. Whisk half of whites into batter. Fold in remaining whites.
  • Transfer batter to prepared pan. Sprinkle topping over batter. Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Transfer to rack; cool in pan. Cut into 10 wedges and serve.

APPLESAUCE SNACK CAKE



Applesauce Snack Cake image

You need only 15 minutes to get this moist, nutty cake in the oven.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 2/3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup applesauce
1/3 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup apple cider or orange juice
2 tablespoons whipping cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In ungreased 8-inch square pan, mix flour, 1 cup brown sugar, the allspice and baking soda with fork. Stir in all remaining cake ingredients until blended.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • In 1 1/2-quart saucepan, heat all sauce ingredients to rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly; reduce heat slightly. Boil 3 minutes, stirring frequently. (Watch carefully; mixture burns easily.) Store sauce in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg

Tips:

  • Use ripe apples for the applesauce. This will give the cake a more intense apple flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the cake for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Applesauce cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist and flavorful, with a tender crumb and a sweet apple flavor. The cake can be frosted with a variety of frostings, such as cream cheese frosting, vanilla frosting, or caramel frosting. Applesauce cake is also a great way to use up leftover applesauce. So next time you have some applesauce on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try!

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