Indulge in a slice of this moist and flavorful applesauce cake, made with a blend of warm spices and homemade applesauce. This classic American dessert is a perfect treat for any occasion, and the combination of tender cake layers and creamy frosting will leave you wanting more. With just a few simple steps, you can create a homemade cake that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 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
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the applesauce and buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake has cooled, frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting or whipped cream. Serve and enjoy!
