Best 4 Honey Applesauce Cake With Lemon Or Orange Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Honey Applesauce Cake, a delectable treat that combines the sweetness of honey, the tang of applesauce, and the vibrant zest of lemon or orange. This moist and tender cake is a perfect balance of flavors, offering a delightful experience with every bite. Whether you prefer the classic pairing of applesauce and lemon or the vibrant burst of orange, this recipe has you covered. Explore the two variations provided and choose the one that tantalizes your taste buds the most. Embark on a culinary journey and create a masterpiece that will leave your loved ones craving for more.

**Lemon Variation:** This classic combination brings together the bright citrus notes of lemon with the natural sweetness of honey and applesauce. The result is a cake that is both refreshing and comforting, with a perfect balance of flavors.

**Orange Variation:** For a more vibrant twist, opt for the orange variation. The zesty and sweet notes of orange complement the honey and applesauce beautifully, creating a cake that is bursting with flavor. The orange glaze adds an extra layer of citrusy goodness, making this variation a delightful treat for any occasion.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

HONEYED LEMON-BERRY SNACK CAKE



Honeyed Lemon-Berry Snack Cake image

Honey not only pairs beautifully with citrus and berries, but it also is hygroscopic, which means that it pulls moisture from the air. This property helps create the cake's moist, dense, almost-pound-cake-like texture and will continue to improve the texture in the days after baking.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Nonstick cooking spray
2 1/4 cups (10 1/8 ounces) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3 large eggs, separated
3/4 cup (8 7/8 ounces) orange blossom or clover honey
2/3 cup (6 ounces) unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup (3 ounces) grapeseed, canola or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon (1/2 ounce) freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1 1/2 cups (7 1/2 ounces) frozen raspberries, blueberries, blackberries or a combination
2 tablespoons (1 1/2 ounces) honey
2 tablespoons (1 ounce) freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • For the cake: Position a rack to the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray an 8-inch square, light-colored metal baking pan with nonstick cooking spray, and then line the pan with an 8-inch wide strip of parchment paper, leaving several inches of overhang on the opposite sides of the pan.
  • In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda. In a separate medium bowl, using a handheld mixer, beat the egg whites to stiff peaks.
  • In another medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, honey, applesauce, oil, lemon juice, vanilla extract and lemon zest. Pour the wet ingredients into the flour, and fold gently to blend. Add about one-third of the whipped egg whites to the batter, and stir to blend well. Add the remaining whipped whites, and fold gently just until no visible clumps of the egg white remain.
  • Remove the berries from the freezer. Scrape half of the batter into the prepared pan and smooth evenly. Sprinkle half of the frozen berries over the batter. Pour and smooth the remaining batter, and then scatter with the remaining berries. Bake until the cake is deep golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, 50 to 55 minutes.
  • Cool for 10 minutes in the pan set on a wire rack.
  • For the glaze: Whisk together the honey and lemon juice in a small bowl.
  • Spoon the glaze over the warm cake, letting it absorb before adding more. Cool the cake completely, and then slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 47 milligrams, Sodium 146 milligrams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 23 grams

GUINNESS APPLESAUCE CAKE WITH LEMON ICING



GUINNESS APPLESAUCE CAKE WITH LEMON ICING image

Make and share this GUINNESS APPLESAUCE CAKE WITH LEMON ICING recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jostlori

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 cake, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
3/4 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup Guinness stout
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/2 cup dates, chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 juice and grated lemon, zest of
1 cup confectioners' sugar
lemon slice (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350ºF or 175ºC. Grease an 8-inch square pan and line it with wax paper.
  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cloves, and cinnamon. Set aside. In a second large bowl, stir together the applesauce, brown sugar, oil, and stout. Mix thoroughly. Add the flour mixture, a little at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Stir in the raisins, dates, and walnuts.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Invert the pan onto a plate, remove the wax paper, and set the cake upright to cool completely.
  • To make the icing:.
  • In a large bowl, combine the butter and lemon zest. Sift the sugar into the butter and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Stir in enough lemon juice to make the icing soft enough to spread easily.
  • Spread the icing on top of the cake and smooth the surface with an offset spatula or knife dipped in warm water. Decorate the top with lemon slices, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.9, Fat 30.3, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 316.8, Carbohydrate 78.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 49, Protein 5.1

APPLE HONEY BUNDT CAKE



Apple Honey Bundt Cake image

The batter of this moist and delicious cake could also be baked in two loaf pans. Reduce baking time to 45 minutes. To make this even more special, dust with confectioners' sugar, sprinkle with cinnamon, or drizzle with warm honey before serving.

Provided by JAYDA

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
¾ cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
3 apples - peeled, cored and shredded
¾ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch Bundt pan or 2 loaf pans.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the sugar and oil. Beat in the eggs until light, then stir in the honey and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and allspice; stir into the batter just until moistened. Fold in the apples and nuts. Transfer batter to prepared pan or pans (see Cook's Note).
  • Bake Bundt cake until a toothpick inserted into the crown comes out clean, about one hour. (Start checking for doneness after 50 minutes.) Let cool for 10 to 15 minutes before inverting onto a plate and tapping out of the pan. If desired, dust with confectioners' sugar, sprinkle with cinnamon, or drizzle with warm honey before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.8 calories, Carbohydrate 60.2 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 352.9 mg, Sugar 38 g

HONEY APPLESAUCE CAKE WITH LEMON OR ORANGE



HONEY APPLESAUCE CAKE WITH LEMON OR ORANGE image

Categories     Cake     Dessert     Bake     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Orange     Apple

Yield 10 Slices

Number Of Ingredients 17

Cake:
1 cup - Whole Wheat Flour
1/4 tsp - Baking Soda
1 tsp - Baking Powder
1/2 - tsp - Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
1/2 tsp - Salt
1 - Egg
1/2 cup - Applesauce unsweetened
1/2 cup - Honey or split Honey/Brown Sugar
2 tbs - Butter or Vegetable Oil
1 tsp - Vanilla Extract
1 tsp - Zest, Lemon or Orange
1 tsp - Lemon or Orange Juice, strained
Glaze:
1/2 cup - Sifted Powdered Sugar
2 tsp - Lemon or Orange Juice, strained

Steps:

  • Prepare a round nine inch cake pan using a baking spray and set aside. Cake: Combine egg, applesauce, honey or honey and brown sugar, butter, vanilla, zest and lemon or orange juice. Whisk until the liquid ingredients are smooth. Combine dry ingredients; Flour, baking soda, baking powder spices and salt. Use a dry whisk to mix evenly. Fold in previously prepared liquid ingredients, mixing until the batter is smooth. Pour batter into the pan and bake in a 350 degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Remove and cool. Glaze: Combine the powdered sugar and lemon or orange juice. Mix with a clean whisk until the mixture is smooth. Pour over the cooled cake.

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples. Granny Smith apples are a good choice for this cake because they hold their shape well and have a tart flavor that pairs well with the sweetness of the honey.
  • Peel and core the apples before cooking them. This will help to ensure that the applesauce is smooth and free of any unwanted bits.
  • Cook the applesauce until it is thick and bubbly. This will help to concentrate the flavor and make the cake more moist.
  • Use fresh lemon or orange zest in the cake batter. This will add a bright, citrusy flavor to the cake.
  • Don't overmix the cake batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dry cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will help to ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Honey applesauce cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. The applesauce makes the cake moist and flavorful, while the honey adds a touch of sweetness. The lemon or orange zest adds a bright, citrusy flavor that complements the applesauce and honey perfectly. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

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