Amish Applesauce Cake!

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Amish Applesauce Cake Overview

This Amish Applesauce Cake is a moist, spice-filled cake made without butter or milk, relying instead on applesauce for richness and tenderness. It’s budget-friendly, incredibly forgiving, and perfect with a cup of coffee or tea.

Reasons to Love Amish Applesauce Cake

• Incredibly moist and tender
• No butter or dairy required
• Packed with warm spices
• Easy, one-bowl style recipe
• Even better the next day

What Does Amish Applesauce Cake Taste Like?

This cake tastes like fall wrapped in comfort. Soft, lightly sweet, and fragrant with cinnamon and cloves, it has a gentle apple flavor that isn’t overpowering—just warm and inviting.

Benefits of This Recipe

• Naturally dairy-free
• Uses pantry staples
• Great for snacking, breakfast, or dessert
• Perfect for sharing and gifting

Ingredients for Amish Applesauce Cake

• 2 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 1 cup sugar
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp nutmeg
• ¼ tsp ground cloves
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup raisins (optional but traditional)
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Necessary Tools for Preparation

• Large mixing bowl
• Whisk or wooden spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 9×13-inch baking dish or bundt pan

Possible Ingredient Additions and Substitutions

• Add chopped dates for extra sweetness
• Swap raisins for dried cranberries
• Use brown sugar for deeper flavor
• Add a splash of vanilla extract
• Sprinkle powdered sugar on top after baking

How to Make Amish Applesauce Cake Step by Step

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking dish or pan well.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together applesauce, sugar, oil, and eggs until smooth and well combined.

Step 3: Add the Dry Ingredients

Add flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Stir just until combined—do not overmix.

Step 4: Fold in Add-Ins

Gently fold in raisins and nuts if using.

Step 5: Bake

Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing. Serve plain or lightly dusted with powdered sugar.

What to Serve with Amish Applesauce Cake

This cake pairs beautifully with:

• Hot coffee or tea
• A spread of butter
• Whipped cream
• Cream cheese frosting (if you want to dress it up)

Storage Instructions

Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. This cake freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.

General Information

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Bake Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Servings: 12

Conclusion: Why Amish Applesauce Cake Is a Timeless Classic

This Amish Applesauce Cake is proof that the simplest recipes often bring the most comfort. Moist, warmly spiced, and made with love, it’s the kind of cake that feels like home with every bite.

If you loved this recipe, you might also enjoy my old-fashioned spice cake, Amish oatmeal cake, or classic applesauce bread.

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Nutritional Information (Approximate per Serving)

• Calories: 280
• Carbohydrates: 42g
• Fat: 11g
• Protein: 4g
• Sugar: 24g