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Amish Applesauce Cake Recipe

Amish Applesauce Cake Recipe
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This classic Amish Applesauce Cake is a delightful treat that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves with the sweetness of applesauce. Perfect for any occasion, this moist and flavorful cake is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Additional:

  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In another large bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the applesauce and vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
  6. Add Final Touches: Fold in the raisins and walnuts, if desired.
  7. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute the raisins with dried cranberries or chopped dates.
  • This cake pairs well with a simple glaze or a dusting of powdered sugar.

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