Description
This Amish Applesauce Cake is a moist, spiced dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with applesauce, warm spices, and optional nuts and raisins, it offers a deliciously tender texture and comforting flavor. Easy to prepare and perfect for serving with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups applesauce
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/2 cup raisins
Optional Glaze
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the applesauce, sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt to ensure even distribution of the spices and leavening.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Fold in optional ingredients: Gently fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans and raisins if using, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour batter into pan: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake the cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean when the cake is done.
- Cool the cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes to set, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing sogginess.
- Optional glaze: If desired, prepare a simple glaze by mixing powdered sugar, a splash of milk, and a bit of vanilla extract. Drizzle it over the cooled cake for an extra touch of sweetness.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or omit nuts entirely for a nut-free version.
- Raisins add sweetness and texture but can be excluded if preferred.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the cake soft and tender.
- Glaze is optional but adds a nice finishing touch to the cake.
- This cake stores well and tastes great the next day as the flavors deepen.
