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Amish Applesauce Cake


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  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8-10 servings) 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Amish Applesauce Cake is a moist and spiced dessert that’s full of warm flavors. It’s easy to make and perfect for fall baking, holidays, or everyday treats.


Ingredients

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Ingredients:

Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-Ins:

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries

Instructions

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together applesauce, brown sugar, oil (or melted butter), eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Add Mix-Ins: If using nuts or dried fruit, fold them in now.
  6. Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool & Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or drizzled with a glaze.

Notes

Notes:

  • Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months wrapped in plastic and foil.
  • To make muffins, bake in a lined muffin tin at 350°F for 18-22 minutes.
  • For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil instead of butter.
  • This cake tastes even better the next day as flavors deepen.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Amish, American