Amish Applesauce Cake

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Amish Applesauce Cake is a warm, spiced cake that’s perfect for cozying up with a cup of tea or coffee. The applesauce makes it incredibly moist, while the spices like cinnamon and cloves add a comforting, homestyle flavor. Here’s a traditional recipe for this comforting dessert:

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch square baking pan or a similar-sized pan.
  2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
  4. Add the Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Add Applesauce: Stir in the applesauce until fully incorporated into the batter.
  6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Add Optional Ingredients: If using, fold in the raisins and nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  8. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as is, or dust with powdered sugar for a sweet touch.

Optional Icing (Cream Cheese Frosting):

For a richer cake, you can top the applesauce cake with cream cheese frosting:

  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  1. Beat the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla together until smooth.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in enough milk to reach your desired frosting consistency.
  3. Frost the cooled cake before serving.

This Amish Applesauce Cake is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to a simple afternoon treat. Its warm, spiced flavors will make everyone feel right at home!

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