Cinnamon Chip Applesauce Cake
Indulge in the cozy, heartwarming flavors of fall with this Cinnamon Chip Applesauce Cake—an irresistibly moist and tender treat that combines the sweetness of unsweetened applesauce with the spiced decadence of cinnamon baking chips. Perfectly balanced with a light and fluffy texture, this cake is made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and cinnamon, and finishes with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a fragrant 45-minute bake, it’s the ideal crowd-pleasing dessert for holidays, gatherings, or a cozy night in. Serve it on its own or pair with a dollop of whipped cream for a treat that feels as comforting as home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup cinnamon baking chips
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for optional topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square cake pan. You can also line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
On low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the applesauce. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
Fold in the cinnamon baking chips gently with a spatula.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.4 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.8 g | 529% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 3419 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 664.8 g | 242% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 452.4 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 860 mg | 18% | |
*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.
