Delicious and Moist Applesauce Cake

Enjoy a mouthwatering slice of this moist and flavorful applesauce cake. Made with the goodness of applesauce, aromatic spices, and a hint of vanilla, this cake is perfect for any occasion. Serve it on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream for a delightful dessert that will please everyone. Get ready to indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this easy homemade recipe.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups unsweetened applesauce

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the applesauce. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Slice and serve the applesauce cake on its own or with whipped cream. Enjoy!

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