Applesauce Cake

Applesauce Cake
45 min.
20
185kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Applesauce Cake, a perfect dessert that combines the warmth of spices with the natural sweetness of apples. This cake is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a healthier option, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or family dinners. With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a delicious dessert that serves 20 people, ensuring everyone gets a slice of this moist and flavorful cake.

The star ingredient, unsweetened applesauce, adds a rich, fruity essence while keeping the cake tender and moist. Enhanced with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, each bite is a comforting reminder of home-baked goodness. The addition of raisins and walnuts provides a delightful texture, making this cake a satisfying experience for both the palate and the senses.

To top it all off, a luscious cream cheese frosting adds a creamy finish that perfectly complements the spiced cake beneath. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this Applesauce Cake is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a slice of this scrumptious dessert that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup egg substitute 
  • 1.5 cups apple sauce unsweetened
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup canola oil 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda 
  • teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup raisins 
  • 0.5 cup walnut pieces chopped
  • ounces cream cheese reduced-fat
  • cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. In a bowl, beat egg substitute for 1 minute on medium speed.
  2. Add the applesauce, sugar and oil; mix well.
  3. Combine the dry ingredients; add to applesauce mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins and walnuts.
  4. Pour into a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray.
  5. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
  6. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Frost the cake.

Nutrition Facts

Calories185kcal
Protein6.13%
Fat27.45%
Carbs66.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.94
Glycemic Load
15.47
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.9691304616306%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.08mg
Catechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.99mg
Quercetin
0.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:185.22kcal
9.26%
Fat:5.81g
8.93%
Saturated Fat:0.96g
5.97%
Carbohydrates:31.6g
10.53%
Net Carbohydrates:30.5g
11.09%
Sugar:18.17g
20.19%
Cholesterol:3.06mg
1.02%
Sodium:174.47mg
7.59%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.06%
100%
Protein:2.92g
5.83%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.96%
Selenium:7.27µg
10.38%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.45%
Folate:28.52µg
7.13%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.77%
Iron:0.96mg
5.32%
Fiber:1.11g
4.43%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.42%
Copper:0.09mg
4.32%
Vitamin B3:0.85mg
4.23%
Phosphorus:40.54mg
4.05%
Potassium:98.2mg
2.81%
Magnesium:10.68mg
2.67%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.29%
Vitamin K:2.34µg
2.23%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.2%
Calcium:21.66mg
2.17%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.92%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.21%
Vitamin A:51.38IU
1.03%