Moist Spiced Applesauce Cake (Print Version)

A tender, spice-infused cake with applesauce that creates incredible moisture and flavor, finished with an optional cinnamon-vanilla glaze.

# Ingredients:

→ For the Cake

01 - 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
02 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
03 - 1 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1/2 cup brown sugar
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
08 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
10 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
12 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
13 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Optional Add-Ins

14 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
15 - 1/2 cup raisins

→ For the Glaze (Optional)

16 - 1 cup powdered sugar
17 - 2 tablespoons milk
18 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
19 - A pinch of cinnamon

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the applesauce, vegetable oil (or melted butter), granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding them together with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
05 - If using chopped nuts or raisins, gently fold them into the batter.
06 - Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan(s), smoothing the top with a spatula.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
08 - Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - If desired, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of cinnamon until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture.
02 - Homemade applesauce can enhance flavor.
03 - Grease the pan thoroughly to ensure the cake releases easily.
04 - Allow the cake to cool completely before applying the glaze.

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