Applesauce Cake- Master Cookbook Recipe # 198

Name: Applesauce Cake- Master Cookbook Recipe # 198
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 12-16
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening; 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1-1/2 cups sweetened applesauce; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1/4 tsp nutmeg; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp baking powder; 2 cups all-purpose flour (Note: Or use self-rising flour and omit the salt, baking soda, and baking powder); 1/2 cup golden raisins; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

This moist and spiced applesauce cake is a cozy Southern favorite, perfect for any season. The combination of sweetened applesauce, cinnamon, and nutmeg creates a warm, fragrant cake, while the golden raisins and walnuts add a delightful texture and sweetness in every bite.

This is recipe #198 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 20 minCook time: 40 minTotal time: 1 hr

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Ingredients

1 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups sweetened applesauce
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
2 cups all-purpose flour (Note: Or use self-rising flour and omit the salt, baking soda, and baking powder)
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

Cream the Base: In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Wet Ingredients & Spices: Mix in the eggs, sweetened applesauce, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Blend until well combined.
Incorporate Flour: Gradually add the flour, about half a cup at a time, mixing until smooth.
Prepare Add-ins: Lightly dust your golden raisins and chopped walnuts with a little bit of flour (this keeps them from sinking to the bottom!). Gently fold them into the batter.
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between two greased and floured 8- or 9-inch cake pans. Bake at 325°F for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Frost: Once cooled, frost this beauty with Master Cookbook Recipe # 208: Cream Cheese Frosting for the perfect finish!

Notes

Tammy's Tip: Make sure your eggs are at room temperature before you start; it helps the batter come together much more smoothly for a better rise!