Ingredients for Applesauce Cake
- Vegetable Oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- All Purpose Flour
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Baking Soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
How to Make Applesauce Cake
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup molasses, and 1 cup unsweetened applesauce until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once completely cool, dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
43g
Fat
3g
Carbs
7g