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Applesauce Cake

A classic spiced cake made with applesauce and eggs, with easy egg-free variations using mashed banana or more applesauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • 8-inch cake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand whisk or electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup butter softened
  • 1 cup applesauce
  • 2 eggs or ½ cup unsweetened applesauce or½ cup mashed banana
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup raisins

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch cake pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time.
  • Stir in the applesauce and mix until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and cloves.
  • Gradually add dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
  • Fold in walnuts and raisins.
  • Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for about 40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • 🥚 Egg-Free Option: Replace 2 eggs with:
    • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce or
    • ½ cup mashed banana
  • Add a dusting of powdered sugar or glaze for extra sweetness.
  • Use dried cranberries instead of raisins for a tangy twist.