What You Need:

 

2 1/2 C of flour

1 1/2 tsp baking powder

1 tsp cinnamon

3/4 tsp nutmeg

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp cloves

1/4 tsp baking soda

1/2 C of butter, room temperature

2 C of sugar

2 eggs

1 1/2 C applesauce

 

How to Make It:

 

Allow the oven to preheat to 350 degrees and grease a 13X9 baking pan well.

In a bowl mix together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and cloves.

Add in the baking soda and stir to combine.

In a separate bowl beat the butter with an electric mixer on medium for 30 seconds.

Pour in the sugar and beat until combined with the butter well.

Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating after each addition.

Alternating between the flour mixture and applesauce add to the butter mixture.

Beat after each addition on low speed just until combined.

Spread the batter into the prepared baking pan.

Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cool in the pan on a wire rack.

 

Makes 15 servings

 

This cake is great for a family on budget. It’s so moist and tasty it’s not necessary to frost it. It can also be frozen for up to 1 month and still remain fresh giving you a dessert that can be used over and over. Add raisins, dried fruits or walnuts if you wish. Just fold them in after adding the applesauce.

 

Preparation Time: approximately 30 minutes

Cooking Time:  approximately 40 minutes

Total Time: approximately 1 hour 10 minutes

 

Nutritional Information: (approximate values per serving)

Calories 517; Fat 16g; Saturated Fat 8g; Carbohydrates 93 g; Fiber 1g; Protein 2g; Cholesterol 61 mg; Sodium 229 mg