Amish Applesauce Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cake
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups unsweetened applesauce
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
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1/2 cup raisins (optional)
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
→ Glaze (Optional)
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2-3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and applesauce.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in the raisins and nuts, if using.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
# Notes:
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This traditional Amish cake uses applesauce to create a moist, spiced dessert that improves in flavor over time.