This applesauce cake is a classic American dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist, flavorful, and packed with apple and spice flavors. The addition of applesauce adds a lot of moisture to the cake, making it incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the applesauce, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the sugar mixture and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the cake slices with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
