June 6th is National Applesauce Cake Day! It is a great day to enjoy a forgotten treat. This moist, spiced cake that became a popular treat when ingredients like butter, sugar, and eggs were rationed. Applesauce cake is quick and easy to make for breakfast or an afternoon snack. If you haven’t heard of it before, applesauce cake is a light, fluffy, spiced cake. For all you non-cookers out there, this easy applesauce cake recipe is almost fool-proof!
The Origins Of National Applesauce Cake Day
Applesauce cake became popular during World War I and was promoted as patriotic because some ingredients were limited at the time. Applesauce is great substitute for butter because it adds the natural sweetness and moisture to any recipe. I tried this recipe and loved it! The flour can be replaced with gluten free flour if you have a gluten allergy and it tastes just as delicious. This applesauce cake takes one hour to complete including the preparation and baking time. It is so good you will want to make it year round, not just on National Applesauce Cake Day which is celebrated on June 6th each year.
Coincidently (or not), National Applesauce Day is also celebrated on June 6th. It highlights the versatility and health benefits of applesauce. This simple and delicious treat has long been enjoyed as a snack, a baking ingredient, and even as a side dish. Applesauce is often made by simmering peeled apples with a bit of water or apple juice, then puréeing them until smooth. Many people add cinnamon or other spices for extra flavor.
Applesauce is not only tasty but also offers health benefits as it’s rich in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Plus, it can be a great substitute for butter or oil in baking, reducing the fat content of recipes while keeping them moist. It’s especially popular in vegan baking for this reason, and it can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. National Apple Sauce Day!
Old-Fashioned Applesauce Cake: A Simple Breakfast Spice Cake
This apple sauce cake is not too sweet so it can be served for breakfast without any guilt. But is also a great dessert cake. So enjoy as you like!
Easy Applesauce Cake Ingredients:
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup chilled applesauce
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (gluten free flour can be substituted!)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ ground cloves
- ½ cup raisins (optional)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
How To Make Applesauce Cake:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, mix butter and sugar until smooth. Add applesauce and mix well. Stir in flour, soda, and spices. Fold in nuts and raisins (optional).
- Pour the applesauce cake batter into a greased and floured 8 inch square pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center pulls out clean. Serve applesauce cake warm.
Printable Old Fashioned Applesauce Cake Recipe Card
Easy Applesauce Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup applesauce
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (gluten free flour can be substituted!)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ ground cloves
- ½ cup raisins (optional)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, mix butter and sugar until smooth. Add applesauce and mix well. Stir in flour, soda, and spices. Fold in nuts and raisins (optional).
- Pour the applesauce cake batter into a greased and floured 8 inch square pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center pulls out clean.
- Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Applesauce Cake Recipe
Serves: 9
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Amount Per Serving: 1 slice
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| Calories | 356.24 kcal | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 14.81 g | 21.5% | |
| Saturated Fat 6.93 g | 30% | |
| Trans Fat 0.41 g | ||
| Cholesterol 27.11 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium 143.6 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 53.98 g | 17.7% | |
| Dietary Fiber 1.94 g | 4% | |
| Sugars 29.75 g | ||
| Protein 4.27 g | ||
| Vitamin A 9.63 % | Vitamin C 6.7 % | |
| Calcium 2.18 % | Iron 9.61 % | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Conclusion
An easy applesauce cake is a delightful treat that’s moist, tender, and bursting with warm, comforting flavors of apples and cinnamon. The natural sweetness from the applesauce complements the spices perfectly, creating a cake that’s light yet flavorful with a hint of tanginess. Making it is a breeze, requiring minimal ingredients and effort, which makes it an ideal dessert for busy days or impromptu gatherings. Not only is this cake a hit for its simplicity, but it also brings a sense of nostalgia with every bite, reminding us of home-baked goodness. Whether for a cozy family gathering or a special treat with tea, this applesauce cake is a recipe worth keeping on hand.
Happy National Applesauce Cake Day! They call it cake because it is so light and fluffy but it isn’t too sweet and you are sure to love it. I hope you enjoy this easy applesauce cake recipe for a light, spiced breakfast or snack. I think it has a very comforting, rich flavor. Tell me what you think of it. Have you ever had an applesauce cake before? Do you think you will try it out?
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Cathy says
This easy applesauce cake is SSSOOO delicious. I loved it and I will be definitely making it again soon.