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Healthy Applesauce Snack Cake

This delicious Healthy Applesauce Snack Cake is moist and fluffy, perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings. Enjoy a treat that's both nutritious and delightful!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts or raisins Optional, for added texture and flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the cake light and fluffy.
  5. If using, fold in the chopped nuts or raisins into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch square baking dish and spread it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool in the dish for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

For gluten-free options, substitute a gluten-free flour mix for the whole wheat flour. For a lower sugar cake, consider using coconut sugar or a suitable sugar substitute. Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze individual slices for up to three months.