Easy Applesauce Cake

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Moist, warmly spiced, and unbelievably easy to make, this Easy Applesauce Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. Bursting with the comforting flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this one-bowl wonder requires minimal prep time and features pantry staples like unsweetened applesauce, flour, and sugar. The applesauce not only adds natural sweetness but also keeps the cake irresistibly tender, while optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts or raisins bring delightful texture. With just 15 minutes of prep and no mixer required, this all-seasons treat is ideal for weeknight baking or last-minute gatherings. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or with a dollop of whipped cream for a simple yet satisfying finish! Perfectly spiced applesauce cake recipes like this are sure to become a family favorite.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or pecans)
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until well combined.

3. In another medium-sized bowl, mix together the applesauce, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

5. If you’re using chopped nuts or raisins, gently fold them into the batter at this stage.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

7. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Slice and serve the cake plain, or top with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (160.4g)

Calories		494
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		19.3 g	25%
	Saturated Fat	2.7 g	14%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	8.3 g
Cholesterol		46 mg	15%
Sodium		372 mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate		76.7 g	28%
	Dietary Fiber	2.6 g	9%
	Total Sugars	48.8 g
Protein		6.1 g	12%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		38 mg	3%
Iron		1.9 mg	11%
Potassium		208 mg	4%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1388 cal (34.4%%)

Protein: 197 cal (4.9%%)

Carbs: 2456 cal (60.8%%)