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Simple Applesauce Cake

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A moist and cinnamon-scented sheet cake made with pantry staples and applesauce, perfect for fast desserts and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce Use chunky for texture or smooth for an even crumb.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Light or dark brown both work.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Neutral oils like canola or sunflower are fine.
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature helps blend better.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sift before measuring for a lighter cake.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts Optional — walnuts or pecans.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment if you like easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to combine evenly.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches. Stir gently until just combined — small streaks of flour are okay. Overmixing will make the cake dense.
  5. Fold in the chopped nuts if using.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  2. Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store leftover cake covered at room temperature for up to 2 days in an airtight container or wrapped tightly with plastic wrap. For a lower-fat version, replace up to half the oil with additional applesauce.
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