Applesauce Snack Cake

Health score
1%
Applesauce Snack Cake
60 min.
9
393kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with this delightful Applesauce Snack Cake, a perfect dessert that combines the warm flavors of spices with the moistness of applesauce. Ready in just 60 minutes, this cake is not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser, serving up to nine people. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, this cake is sure to impress.

The unique blend of ground allspice and brown sugar creates a rich, aromatic flavor profile that will fill your kitchen with an irresistible scent as it bakes. The addition of chopped nuts adds a delightful crunch, making each bite a perfect balance of texture and taste. Plus, with the use of applesauce, this cake remains moist and tender, ensuring that it stays fresh and delicious for days.

What’s more, this recipe is versatile! You can enjoy it as a simple snack or dress it up with a drizzle of cream for a more decadent dessert. The cake pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea, making it an ideal choice for afternoon gatherings or cozy evenings at home. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake a cake that not only satisfies your cravings but also brings joy to those you share it with!

Ingredients

  • 1.7 cups flour all-purpose
  • cup brown sugar packed
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground allspice 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup apple sauce 
  • 0.3 cup nuts chopped
  • 0.5 cup water 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • teaspoon vinegar white
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.3 cup orange juice 
  • tablespoons whipping cream 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In ungreased 8-inch square pan, mix flour, 1 cup brown sugar, the allspice and baking soda with fork. Stir in all remaining cake ingredients until blended.
  2. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  3. In 1 1/2-quart saucepan, heat all sauce ingredients to rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly; reduce heat slightly. Boil 3 minutes, stirring frequently. (Watch carefully; mixture burns easily.) Store sauce in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories393kcal
Protein3.59%
Fat38.98%
Carbs57.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.63
Glycemic Load
13.43
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.4817391608072%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
0.73mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.82mg
Naringenin
0.15mg
Quercetin
0.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:393.09kcal
19.65%
Fat:17.38g
26.74%
Saturated Fat:3.47g
21.66%
Carbohydrates:57.63g
19.21%
Net Carbohydrates:56.29g
20.47%
Sugar:37.58g
41.75%
Cholesterol:3.77mg
1.26%
Sodium:323.79mg
14.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.6g
7.2%
Manganese:0.3mg
14.97%
Vitamin K:15.1µg
14.38%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.58%
Selenium:8.45µg
12.07%
Folate:48.18µg
12.05%
Iron:1.61mg
8.92%
Vitamin B3:1.71mg
8.55%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.23%
Copper:0.13mg
6.5%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.17%
Vitamin A:294.86IU
5.9%
Magnesium:22.57mg
5.64%
Phosphorus:55.3mg
5.53%
Fiber:1.34g
5.36%
Calcium:45.74mg
4.57%
Vitamin C:3.76mg
4.56%
Potassium:138.52mg
3.96%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.64%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.49%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.46%