Delightful Rum Cranberry Applesauce Bundt Cake Recipe

This Rum Cranberry Applesauce Bundt Cake combines the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of applesauce, all soaked in a hint of rum to create a flavorful and moist cake that is perfect for any occasion. The bundt cake is easy to make and will impress your family and friends with its rich flavors.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup rum
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a bundt cake pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Mix in the rum and applesauce until well combined.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Fold in the cranberries.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt cake pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

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