Applesauce Spice Cake: A Tasty Delight for All Seasons!
When it comes to comforting and flavorful desserts, the Applesauce Spice Cake is a true gem! Moist, tender, and bursting with warm spices, this cake is perfect for cozy evenings spent with family or friends. It’s incredibly easy to whip up, making it an ideal choice for busy weekdays or special occasions alike.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cream cheese frosting for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans to ensure a lovely release once they're baked.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. This blend of spices is what makes this cake so special!
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another large bowl, combine the applesauce, granulated sugar, buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until everything is smooth and perfectly blended.
- Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir gently until everything is just combined. Be careful not to overmix; we want a fluffy cake!
- Pour and Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans, smoothing out the tops. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. After that, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost: Once the cakes are cool, top each layer generously with cream cheese frosting. Stack them for a beautiful presentation!