Never-Fail Applesauce Spice Cake

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and applesauce.
4. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just blended. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
5. Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Applesauce spice cake has been around since the 19th century.
• The cake can be served with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream to make a delicious dessert.
• The cake can be kept in an airtight container for up to 5 days.