Applesauce Raisin Cake Recipe

This moist and delicious Applesauce Raisin Cake recipe is a cherished heirloom, passed down from a dear friend. A comforting classic, perfect for any occasion, this cake's secret lies in its simple ingredients and perfectly balanced flavors. Get ready to bake a slice of heartwarming history!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 449.3 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Applesauce Raisin Cake

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup raisins
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

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How to Make Applesauce Raisin Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.
  3. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in 1 cup unsweetened applesauce and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in 1 cup raisins.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 65-75 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

162g

Fat

49g

Carbs

25g

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