Chocolate Chip Applesauce Cake
Moist, tender, and brimming with warm spiced flavors, this Chocolate Chip Applesauce Cake is the ultimate easy-to-make dessert for any occasion. Combining pantry staples like cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar with the wholesome sweetness of unsweetened applesauce, this cake delivers a comforting homemade taste. Semi-sweet chocolate chips add bursts of indulgence, making every bite a perfect balance of cozy and decadent. With only 15 minutes of prep time and no need for a mixer, this fuss-free recipe comes together in a single bowl, making cleanup a breeze. Serve it as is or dust it with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a simple midweek treat, this chocolate chip cake pairs beautifully with a warm cup of coffee or tea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
In another medium bowl, whisk the eggs until slightly frothy. Add the unsweetened applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (a few melted chocolate streaks are fine).
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, you can optionally dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.
Slice into squares or rectangles and serve. Enjoy your Chocolate Chip Applesauce Cake with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
354 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.6 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 254 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 81 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
