Description
Warm, nostalgic, and incredibly easy to make, this Old-Fashioned Applesauce Cake brings comforting flavors of cinnamon, cloves, and raisins into one moist and tender slice. Whether you’re craving a quick breakfast, cozy dessert, or a simple sweet snack, this easy recipe will deliver every time. It’s perfect for fall baking, family gatherings, or anytime you need heartwarming food ideas. A must-try if you’re on the hunt for simple, old-school cake recipes or healthy snack alternatives.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 cups unsweetened applesauce
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup raisins or currants
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cloves.
3. Add applesauce, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until combined.
4. Fold in the raisins or currants evenly.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Let cool for 15 minutes before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Use smooth unsweetened applesauce for best texture.
Wrap individual slices and freeze for up to 2 months for make-ahead snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy cake, applesauce dessert, quick baking, fall snack, cozy food ideas