Applesauce Cake
Applesauce Cake is a comforting and flavorful dessert that brings together the warm spices of M-K Apple Pie Spice, sweet raisins, and the nutty goodness of chopped nuts. This cake offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors.
The applesauce not only adds moisture to the cake but also infuses it with a natural apple flavor. The spices and raisins create a cozy, spiced profile, while the nuts provide a satisfying crunch in each bite.
Perfect for a family gathering, afternoon tea, or as a simple dessert, this Applesauce Cake needs no frosting. Its wholesome, rustic charm shines through, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate the simple pleasures of homemade baked goods. Enjoy a slice with a hot beverage for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
- 1/2 c. Shortening
- 3/4 c. Sugar
- 1 Egg, beaten
- 2 c. Flour, sifted
- 1 tsp. Salt
- 1 tsp. Baking Powder
- 2 tsp. M-K Apple Pie Spice
- 1 c. Seedless Raisins
- 1 c. Nuts, chopped
- 1 c. Applesauce
- 1/2 tsp. M-K Pure Vanilla Extract
Directions
- Cream together shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the beaten egg and mix well.
- Sift together flour, salt, baking powder, and M-K Apple Pie Spice. Combine with raisins and nuts.
- Heat the sweetened applesauce to boiling point, then add it alternately with the sugar mixture and the flour mixture to the creamed ingredients.
- Mix until well combined.
- Turn the batter into a greased and floured pan.
- Bake at 350°F for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until done.
- This cake needs no frosting.
