Amish Applesauce Cake
Amish applesauce cake is a warm, spiced dessert that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. With its moist texture, tender apple chunks, and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on top, this cake is not only delightful but also easy to make. Perfect for family gatherings or a quiet afternoon treat, it’s sure to become a favorite among your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup applesauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup chopped apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix applesauce, eggs, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in chopped apples and walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg