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Moist Old-Fashioned Amish Applesauce Cake

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This recipe delivers a super soft and moist applesauce cake, rich with warm autumn spices. It is an easy, nostalgic dessert that tastes like it came from Grandma’s kitchen, perfect for any cozy gathering.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the applesauce and milk until just combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until the batter is smooth. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into your prepared baking pan.
  7. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting or serving.

Notes

  • For the best flavor and moisture, use unsweetened applesauce.
  • This cake pairs wonderfully with a simple dusting of powdered sugar or a rich Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting.
  • If you prefer, you can bake this as two 8-inch round layers; adjust the baking time accordingly, checking for doneness around 25-30 minutes.
  • This cake works well as a breakfast treat or a cozy dessert.

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