Amish Applesauce Cake is a classic, moist, and flavorful cake made with simple ingredients that are often staples in Amish baking. It’s a perfect combination of warm spices and the sweetness of applesauce. Here’s how to make this delicious, comforting cake!
Amish Applesauce Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ cup applesauce
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raisins or chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prepare the Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or a 9×9-inch square pan.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, beat together the applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
4. Add the Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until fully combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Optional Add-ins:
- If using, fold in the raisins or chopped walnuts.
6. Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, you can serve the cake as-is, or dust it with powdered sugar or top it with a simple glaze or frosting if desired.
Tips:
- Moistness: The applesauce adds a lot of moisture to the cake, keeping it tender and flavorful. If you prefer a more spiced cake, feel free to adjust the cinnamon and nutmeg to taste.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Make it a Layer Cake: If you prefer, you can bake this cake in two round pans to create a layered version, filling it with frosting or a cream cheese glaze between the layers.
This Amish Applesauce Cake is the perfect treat for fall, or anytime you want a simple, nostalgic dessert that’s full of cozy flavors! Enjoy!
