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Applesauce Spice Cake Recipe

American · Dessert · 55 min total

A moist, tender cake infused with warm spices and sweet applesauce, perfect for fall or any time you crave a cozy dessert.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in egg, then applesauce and vanilla.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Fold in raisins if using.
5. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
6. Cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then turn out onto rack to cool completely.

Tips

• For a richer flavor, use homemade applesauce or add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.
• Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar or cream cheese frosting.
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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