Amish Applesauce Cake
Creamy, cozy, and just sweet enough — Amish Applesauce Cake is the kind of dessert that feels like a warm hug on a plate.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Cake Pan
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 1 tsp Baking soda ensure freshness for proper rise
- 0.5 tsp Baking powder for a gentle lift
- 1 tsp Cinnamon ground, aromatic
- 0.5 tsp Nutmeg freshly grated if possible for best flavor
Wet Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Applesauce preferably unsweetened, room temperature
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar adjust to taste if you prefer less sweetness
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan. Use a 9-inch round or an 8×8-inch square pan; parchment in the bottom helps release the cake easily.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk briefly to distribute the leavening and spices evenly.
- In another bowl, mix the applesauce and granulated sugar until well combined. If your applesauce is cold, letting it sit a few minutes to reach room temperature helps the batter come together more smoothly.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix — a few streaks of flour are okay.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Smooth the top with a spatula and tap the pan gently on the counter to release any large air bubbles.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Rotate the pan halfway through baking if your oven has hot spots.
- Allow to cool before serving. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
This cake pairs beautifully with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a light seasonal salad.