Description
A moist and flavorful cake made with applesauce, warm spices, and a hint of sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in applesauce and vanilla.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in walnuts if using.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.